Nick Reiner has denied murdering both his parents at their Los Angeles residence, Rob Reinerand Michele Singer Reiner.
A brown jumpsuit was worn by the 32-year old in court. The prosecutor has charged him with 2 counts of murder in the first degree. He could be sentenced to life without parole, or even the death penalty if a jury convicts.
According to authorities, Nick Reiner repeatedly stabbed his parents in a bedroom at their Brentwood house during December. The police arrested Reiner the very same day.
Body found in Brentwood house
Los Angeles County Medical Examiner ruled both victims had died of multiple injuries caused by sharp forces. Investigators think the attack took place in a bedroom.
US media reports state that Nick Reiner attended the party with his father the night prior to the murders. Some media outlets claim they had a dispute, but the details are different.
Charges, court cases and proceedings
This allegation allows for harsher punishments under California law.
Alan Jackson, his attorney, had withdrawn from the case after the initial court date of January. Jackson claimed that circumstances outside of his control were responsible for the decision.
Kimberly Greene, a defense lawyer, now represents Nick Reiner. She entered a not guilty plea in his name. He cannot afford a private lawyer, so the court provided him with publicly funded legal representation.
Hollywood family known
Rob Reiner has had a successful career in both film and TV. His films include The Princess Bride Harry met Sally and Standing By Me. Over the years, his work has been praised by critics and enjoyed a strong box-office success.
Michele Singer Reiner was an actress, a photographer and a producer. Reiner Light is a production and photography company founded by Michele Singer Reiner.
Jake and Romy released a joint statement after the death of their parents. The children described the grief they felt as unbearable, and said that it was devastating and horrific.
Due to their prominence in the entertainment business, the case has attracted a lot of public interest. The prosecution will prepare to go on trial, while the defense continues its legal challenges.
