Bryan Kohberger, who pleaded guilty to murdering four University of Idaho students, is reportedly planning to pursue post-conviction relief despite having waived his right to appeal, according to two sources familiar with the case. He is expected to argue that he received inadequate legal representation, a claim that could reopen scrutiny of a case prosecutors and commentators had described as overwhelming.

Kohberger admitted to killing the four students in a 4am home invasion, a plea deal that avoided a full trial. Veteran prosecutor and true crime commentator Kelly Siegler has said the case against him was a "slam dunk", dismissing defence suggestions that the evidence was weak. The New York Times was first to report the development after Kohberger reportedly made contact regarding his intentions.