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Former prosecutors of Erik and Lyle Menendez argue against their release, despite new evidence of alleged sexual abuse by their father, as Los Angeles County DA George Gascón recommends parole eligibility after 30 years in prison for murdering their parents. The brothers' case, which gained renewed attention from a Netflix series, originally ended in life sentences without parole, with prosecutors claiming they killed for inheritance.
Nathan Hochman, the incoming Los Angeles County district attorney, may request a delay in the resentencing hearing for Erik and Lyle Menendez, who were convicted of murdering their parents in 1989. Hochman, who takes office on December 2, needs time to review the case before the December 11 hearing. His predecessor, George Gascón, had sought to resentence the brothers to life with parole, citing new evidence of abuse and their rehabilitation. Gascón also supported their clemency bid, which could lead to their immediate release.
The recent election loss of Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón to Nathan Hochman may impact the resentencing case of the Menendez brothers, who are serving life sentences for the 1989 murders of their parents. Gascón had recommended resentencing them to 50 years with parole possibility, influenced by new evidence and media attention from a Netflix series. Hochman criticized the timing of Gascón's decision and has not yet stated his position on the case, leaving the brothers' future uncertain.
The Menendez brothers, Erik and Lyle, who were sentenced to life in prison for the 1989 murder of their parents, may soon be released after Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascon recommended resentencing. If released, they could potentially earn millions through media deals and public engagements, despite the challenges of reintegrating into society after decades behind bars. The push for their release has gained momentum due to new evidence of alleged abuse by their father and support from public figures like Kim Kardashian.