BOZEMAN — Judge John Brown heard arguments Thursday morning on bail for Austin Clowes, the man accused of killing Steven Kilwein in 2021.

Both the Kilwein and Clowes families filled the Gallatin County courtroom for the hearing.

Defense attorneys asked that Clowes’ bail be reduced from $1 million to $300,000. Clowes testified about his plans if released, saying he would move to Townsend and work for his stepfather’s company.

Prosecutors pushed back, pointing to Clowes’ criminal history, including two DUI convictions and a violation of the conditions of supervision.

Clowes’ father and grandfather also took the stand, telling the judge that Clowes has strong family support.

Kurk Kilwein, the victim’s son , testified about the severity of the crime, describing how he had to clean the s

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