Feb. 2010 trial date set in Reno for Biela
by Associated Press
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RENO — James Biela, accused of killing a Reno college woman and sexually assaulting two others, has pleaded not guilty to the crimes.

The 27-year-old former Marine is charged with murder, kidnapping and three counts of sexual assault.

He entered his pleas in a brief hearing Wednesday before Washoe District Judge Robert Perry.

Trial was set for Feb. 22, 2010.

Prosecutors say they will decide next week whether to seek the death penalty.

Biela is accused of killing and sexually assaulting 19-year-old Brianna Denison, who disappeared while sleeping on friend's couch last January. Her body was found Feb. 15.

He's also charged with sexually assaulting two other women in late 2007.
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Del S
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December 31, 2008
Why do keep calling him a former Marine he was thrown out of the Marine Corp over 6 years ago and should no longer be associated with the marines.
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Mary B
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December 31, 2008
OK So just how much is this going to cost us, jail time (food, clothing etc.) and the trial itself. It will probably be moved somewhere else.
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