Nick Reiner, 32, the son of filmmaker Rob Reiner and photographer Michele Singer Reiner, faces two counts of first-degree murder. Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan J. Hochman announced on Tuesday that the charges include a "special circumstance" of multiple murders and a "special allegation" that Reiner utilized a dangerous and deadly weapon, identified as a knife.
These charges carry a maximum sentence of life imprisonment without the possibility of parole. A decision regarding the death penalty remains pending.
Police became aware of the deaths on Sunday after receiving a call from the fire department. The cause and exact time of the deaths are currently awaiting determination by the coroner's office.
Nick Reiner was arrested on Sunday in public, within the Exposition Park area of Los Angeles. Police Chief Jim McDonnell stated he could not confirm whether Reiner was under the influence of drugs at the time of his arrest, though Reiner has publicly addressed past struggles with addiction.
District Attorney Hochman indicated that any evidence, including that related to mental illness or admissions, would be presented in court. He emphasized that charges are not evidence and that his office would present evidence to jurors. Hochman also noted that his office would consider the family's perspectives during the process.
Prosecutors proceeded with filing charges on Tuesday afternoon. Reiner is undergoing medical clearance, a routine procedure, and is scheduled for arraignment, where he will enter a plea. Reiner is currently being held without bail.