ST. GEORGE, Utah (KUTV) — BYU wide receiver Parker Kingston was granted bail by a Washington County judge after he was arrested following rape allegations.
SAN ANTONIO, TX – DECEMBER 28: Parker Kingston #11 of the BYU Cougars scores on a punt return against the Colorado Buffaloes in the first half in the Valero Alamo Bowl at Alamodome on December 28, 2024 in San Antonio, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Cortes/Getty Images)
Kingston, 21, was charged with first-degree felony rape earlier this week. The charges came after a year-long investigation that started in February 2025.
The football star was originally held without bail; However, state prosecutors agreed to release him on conditions with $100,000 bail.
ORLANDO, FLORIDA – DECEMBER 27: Parker Kingston #11 of the BYU Cougars reacts after a first down against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets in the first half during the 2025 Pop-Tarts Bowl at Camping World Stadium on December 27, 2025 in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images)
Upon his release, Kingston would be subjected to a gps ankle-monitor and required to leave Washington County. He would only be allowed back in Washington County for court appearances.
The court also ordered Kingston to have no contact with the alleged victim or potential witnesses, whether that be directly or through a third party. He was also barred from using social media while the case is pending.
An attorney representing Kingston agreed to the terms, saying he plans to leave the county immediately upon release.
Kingston’s next scheduled court appearance was set for Wednesday, Feb. 25, at 10:30 a.m.
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