Nick Reiner Pleads Not Guilty in Parents’ Murders
Los Angeles, CA – Nick Reiner, 32, pleaded not guilty on Monday, February 23, 2026, to two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner. The couple was found stabbed to death in their Brentwood home in December.
Arraignment and Plea
The plea was entered by Reiner’s public defender, Kimberly Greene, during an arraignment in Los Angeles Superior Court. Reiner, who was seated behind his attorney in a glass-enclosed custody area, had his head shaved and was wearing jail clothing. He acknowledged waiving a speedy preliminary hearing at the request of his attorney CBS News.
Legal Representation Changes
This arraignment followed a change in legal representation for Reiner. His previous attorney, Alan Jackson, withdrew from the case last month, stating he had “no choice” due to circumstances beyond his and Reiner’s control E! Online. Jackson had previously represented high-profile clients such as Harvey Weinstein and Kevin Spacey.
Potential Penalties and Investigation
If convicted, Nick Reiner could face the death penalty or a life sentence without the possibility of parole. Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman stated that prosecutors are rigorously evaluating whether to seek the death penalty, considering both aggravating and mitigating circumstances CBS News. Hochman also indicated that most of the evidence has been provided to Reiner’s attorney, and they are awaiting the coroner’s report.
Family Response
The Reiner family released a statement through E! News expressing their trust in the legal process and declining to comment further on the proceedings E! Online.
Next Hearing
Reiner’s next court hearing is scheduled for April 29, and he will continue to be held without bail CBS News.
Previous Statements
Following the discovery of Rob and Michele Reiner’s bodies on December 14, Nick Reiner was arrested by the LAPD and charged with their murders on December 16. District Attorney Hochman noted at the time that the charges included a special allegation of using a dangerous weapon – a knife E! Online.