Trending Now - Richard Glossip, Nearly Executed Thrice, Released on Bond

WHO:

ABC News - Richard Glossip, 63, a former death row inmate.

ABC News - Judge Natalie Mai, who issued the bond order.

ABC News - Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond, who announced the state would seek to retry Glossip.

ABC News - Donald Knight, Glossip's attorney.

ABC News - Barry Van Treese, Glossip's former boss, whose murder led to Glossip's conviction.

ABC News - Kim Kardashian and actress Susan Sarandon, who have supported Glossip.

WHAT:

ABC News - Richard Glossip was released on bond after nearly 30 years in prison, with the bond set at $500,000, requiring him to post only 10%, or $50,000.

ABC News - Glossip's attorney, Donald Knight, indicated that the bond process could take two or three days to complete.

ABC News - Glossip must adhere to a nightly curfew from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m. as part of his bond conditions.

ABC News - Glossip's wife, Lea, expressed gratitude for the court's decision, stating, “Both Richard and I are grateful for the court's decision. We have been praying for this day.”

TMZ - Kim Kardashian posted Richard Glossip's $500,000 bail, allowing him to be released from prison for the first time in nearly 30 years.

ABC News - Glossip's attorney, Donald Knight, indicated that he is counting on contributions from supporters to raise the bond money.

ABC News - Glossip's wife, Lea, expressed gratitude for the court's decision, stating, “Both Richard and I are grateful for the court's decision. We have been praying for this day.”

ABC News - Glossip's attorney, Donald Knight, stated, “Mr. Glossip has many supporters and we are hopeful those supporters can afford the bail.”

NBC News - The judge expressed hope that a new trial, free of error, will provide closure for all interested parties and the citizens of Oklahoma.

CNN - Glossip's attorney, Don Knight, said, “For the first time in 29 years of being incarcerated for a crime he did not commit, during which he faced 9 execution dates and ate 3 last meals, Mr. Glossip now has the chance to taste freedom.”

CBS News - Richard Glossip was granted bond, allowing him to be released from prison for the first time since his arrest nearly 30 years ago.

ABC News - Glossip's attorney, Donald Knight, indicated that the bond process could take two or three days to complete.

NBC News - The judge stated, “The court fully expects that the state will rigorously prosecute its case going forward and the defense will provide robust representation for Glossip.”

ABC News - Glossip's bond was set at $500,000, requiring him to post only 10%, or $50,000.

ABC News - Glossip must wear an electronic monitoring device and will not be allowed to travel outside Oklahoma.

ABC News - The judge expressed hope that a new trial, free of error, will provide closure for all interested parties and the citizens of Oklahoma.

NBC News - Glossip's attorney, Donald Knight, stated, “Mr. Glossip now has the chance to taste freedom while his defense team continues to pursue justice on his behalf against a system that the United States Supreme Court has found to be guilty of serious misconduct by state prosecutors."

ABC News - Glossip must not consume any drugs or alcohol as part of his bond conditions.

ABC News - The bond process could take two or three days to complete.

ABC News - Glossip's attorney, Donald Knight, stated, “Mr. Glossip has many supporters and we are hopeful those supporters can afford the bail.”

ABC News - The judge expressed hope that a new trial, free of error, will provide closure for all interested parties and the citizens of Oklahoma.

ABC News - An Oklahoma judge granted bond to Richard Glossip, allowing him to be released while awaiting retrial.

ABC News - The bond was set at $500,000, with Glossip required to post 10%, or $50,000.

ABC News - Glossip must wear an electronic monitoring device and adhere to restrictions including a curfew and no contact with witnesses.

ABC News - Glossip was sentenced to death for the 1997 killing of Barry Van Treese and faced nine execution dates, during which he ate three last meals.

CNN - The U.S. Supreme Court overturned Glossip's conviction and death sentence in February 2025.

WHERE:

ABC News - The events took place in Oklahoma, specifically referencing Oklahoma City and the Oklahoma State Penitentiary.

WHEN:

ABC News - Glossip's conviction occurred in 1998.

ABC News - The U.S. Supreme Court's ruling to toss Glossip's conviction occurred in February 2025.

ABC News - Glossip has been incarcerated since 1997.

WHY:

ABC News - The Oklahoma Attorney General announced the state would seek to retry Glossip on a murder charge but will not pursue the death penalty again.

ABC News - The Supreme Court ruled that prosecutors allowed a key witness to give false testimony, violating Glossip's right to a fair trial.

ABC News - Glossip's claims of innocence have garnered support from various public figures.

HOW:

ABC News - Glossip must wear an electronic monitoring device and adhere to restrictions including a curfew and no contact with witnesses.

ABC News - Glossip must adhere to a nightly curfew and avoid contact with potential witnesses and Van Treese’s family as part of his bond conditions.

ABC News - Glossip must wear an electronic monitoring device and adhere to restrictions including a curfew and no contact with witnesses.

ABC News - Glossip must adhere to a curfew from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m. as part of his bond conditions.

NBC News - If Glossip posts bond, he will be required to wear a GPS ankle monitor and adhere to a curfew from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m.

ABC News - Glossip's attorney indicated that he is counting on contributions from supporters to raise the bond money.

ABC News - The bond process could take two or three days to complete.

(UPDATED May 15, 2026 17:25 UTC)

Richard Glossip has been released on bond after spending nearly 30 years in prison, with the bond set at $500,000, requiring him to post only $50,000. His attorney, Donald Knight, mentioned that the bond process could take two or three days to finalize, and Glossip will have to follow strict conditions, including wearing an electronic monitoring device and adhering to a nightly curfew from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m. Glossip's wife, Lea, expressed their gratitude for the court's decision, saying, “Both Richard and I are grateful for the court's decision. We have been praying for this day.”

(UPDATED May 15, 2026 15:39 UTC)

In a significant development, Kim Kardashian has posted a $500,000 bail for Richard Glossip, enabling his release from prison after nearly 30 years. This marks a pivotal moment for Glossip, who has been incarcerated for a long time. Kardashian's involvement highlights her ongoing commitment to criminal justice reform.

(UPDATED May 15, 2026 11:38 UTC)

Richard Glossip's attorney, Donald Knight, is relying on contributions from supporters to help raise the bond money needed for his release. Glossip's wife, Lea, expressed her gratitude for the court's decision, saying, “Both Richard and I are grateful for the court's decision. We have been praying for this day.” As part of his bond conditions, Glossip must follow a nightly curfew and avoid contact with potential witnesses and the family of Van Treese.

(UPDATED May 15, 2026 09:50 UTC)

In a significant development, the Oklahoma Attorney General has announced plans to retry Richard Glossip on a murder charge, but this time, the death penalty will not be pursued. Glossip's attorney, Don Knight, expressed hope that his client, who has spent 29 years behind bars for a crime he did not commit, may finally have a chance at freedom, although he will need to comply with strict conditions, including wearing an electronic monitoring device and adhering to a curfew. Meanwhile, the judge has voiced optimism that a new trial, free of errors, will bring closure to all parties involved and to the citizens of Oklahoma.

(UPDATED May 15, 2026 01:34 UTC)

Richard Glossip has been granted bond, allowing him to be released from prison for the first time in nearly 30 years. His attorney, Donald Knight, mentioned that the bond process could take two or three days to finalize, and as part of the conditions, Glossip will need to adhere to a curfew from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m. The judge emphasized that the state is expected to rigorously prosecute its case while the defense will provide robust representation for Glossip.

(UPDATED May 14, 2026 23:18 UTC)

Glossip's bond has been set at $500,000, allowing him to post just 10% of that amount, or $50,000, while he is required to wear an electronic monitoring device and remain within Oklahoma's borders. His attorney, Donald Knight, emphasized that this development gives Glossip a chance at freedom as they continue to fight for justice against a system found guilty of serious misconduct by state prosecutors. Meanwhile, the Oklahoma Attorney General has announced plans to retry Glossip on a murder charge, but they will not seek the death penalty this time around.

(UPDATED May 14, 2026 21:29 UTC)

In a significant development, a judge has set bond conditions for Glossip, which include a prohibition on consuming drugs or alcohol while he awaits trial. His attorney, Donald Knight, expressed optimism that Glossip's supporters will be able to afford the bail, as the bond process is expected to take two or three days to complete. If Glossip successfully posts bond, he will be required to wear a GPS ankle monitor and follow a curfew from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m.

(UPDATED May 14, 2026 19:32 UTC)

An Oklahoma judge has granted bond to Richard Glossip, allowing him to be released while awaiting retrial, with the bond set at $500,000, requiring him to post $50,000. Glossip, who was sentenced to death for the 1997 murder of his former boss Barry Van Treese, must wear an electronic monitoring device and adhere to restrictions, including a curfew and no contact with witnesses. His conviction was overturned by the U.S. Supreme Court in February 2025 due to prosecutorial misconduct, and he has received support from public figures like Kim Kardashian and Susan Sarandon as he seeks to raise the bond money.