The first court appearance for Nick Reiner, the 32-year-old man implicated in the deaths of his parents, Hollywood director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele, has been postponed. The hearing, which was scheduled for Tuesday 16 December 2025, did not proceed because Reiner was not deemed fit for transfer from custody.
Hearing Postponed Due to Medical Issues
Nick Reiner will not face a judge this Tuesday as initially anticipated. His legal representative, attorney Alan Jackson, informed reporters gathered outside the courthouse that the proceedings had been delayed. Jackson stated that his client had not received medical clearance to be moved from the jail facility to the courthouse, a detail first reported by the New York Times.
Reiner was taken into custody after the tragic discovery on Sunday. The bodies of his parents, renowned filmmaker Rob Reiner and Michele Reiner, were found in their Los Angeles home. While formal charges are still pending and have not been publicly filed, detectives from the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) have alleged that Reiner is "responsible" for both deaths.
Awaiting Formal Charges
The case remains in a critical pre-charge phase. Prosecutors are currently reviewing the evidence gathered by LAPD investigators before deciding on the specific criminal charges to bring against Nick Reiner. This period allows the legal teams to assess the complex circumstances surrounding the case.
The delay of the initial hearing underscores the procedural complexities often involved in high-profile cases, especially when the defendant's health and fitness to attend court become a factor. It is not yet known when Reiner will be medically cleared or when a new court date will be set.
Community and Legal Response
The shocking incident has sent ripples through the entertainment community and the public, given Rob Reiner's stature as the director of classic films like "When Harry Met Sally" and "Stand By Me". The focus now shifts to the legal process, with all eyes on the Los Angeles County District Attorney's office for the next move.
Until formal charges are presented in court, Nick Reiner remains in custody. His lawyer, Alan Jackson, is expected to vigorously defend his client once the full details of the prosecution's case are revealed. The postponement marks the first of what may be several procedural steps in a case that has captured national attention.
