All articles tagged with #parole hearing
Originally Published 4 months ago — by CNN
The parole hearings for Lyle and Erik Menendez were disrupted by the accidental release of audio recordings, which included Erik's detailed account of abuse and the circumstances leading to the murders of their parents. The release caused family distress, raised concerns about transparency and victim rights, and resulted in the denial of parole for Lyle, with the process still subject to review.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Los Angeles Times
The parole hearings for Erik and Lyle Menendez were disrupted when an audio recording of Erik's hearing was accidentally released to the media, causing controversy and accusations of misconduct, but the parole board ultimately denied Erik's parole and Lyle's hearing was also affected by the incident.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by CBS News
Lyle Menendez is scheduled for a parole hearing following his brother Erik's recent denial. Both brothers, convicted of their parents' 1989 murders, have served decades in prison and are seeking parole under California law. Erik's parole was denied due to his prison misconduct, and the parole board expressed concerns about the severity of the crimes and the brothers' behavior, despite acknowledging their claims of abuse.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by NBC News
Erik and Lyle Menendez, convicted of their parents' 1989 murders, are seeking parole in California after serving over 30 years. Their case involves debates over rehabilitation and justice, with the parole board and Governor Newsom ultimately deciding their fate.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by BBC
Erik Menendez, convicted of his parents' murders alongside his brother Lyle, has been hospitalized with a serious medical condition ahead of their upcoming parole hearing, raising questions about his health and potential impact on the proceedings.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by New York Daily News
Erik Menendez is hospitalized with a serious medical condition, prompting discussions about a possible prison furlough ahead of his upcoming parole hearing, which could lead to his release given recent legal changes and his health status.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Los Angeles Times
Erik Menendez is seeking early release from prison due to a serious medical condition involving severe kidney stones, ahead of his parole hearing, with his attorney requesting Governor Gavin Newsom to consider his release for treatment and focus on the upcoming hearing.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Yahoo Home
Erik Menendez is seeking early release from prison due to severe kidney stones and related complications to attend his upcoming parole hearing, with his attorney requesting the governor to consider his medical needs before the hearing next month.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by ABC News
Erik Menendez, currently in the hospital with a serious undisclosed medical condition, is preparing for a parole hearing on August 21, amid ongoing legal battles and family support for his release after 35 years in prison for the 1989 murders of their parents.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Yahoo Home
Erik Menendez is reportedly suffering from a serious undisclosed medical condition while awaiting his parole hearing, with his attorney advocating for his immediate release on medical grounds. The article also details various health issues faced by celebrities, highlighting the importance of health awareness and treatment.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
Susan Smith, who was convicted of murdering her two young sons in 1994 by rolling her car into a South Carolina lake, was denied parole after a hearing where her ex-husband and others opposed her release. The case, which involved Smith falsely accusing a Black man of carjacking, sparked national outrage and highlighted racial injustices. Smith's actions and the subsequent media frenzy continue to resonate, with her parole chances deemed unlikely due to her disciplinary record and the emotional impact on the victims' family.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by WCCB Charlotte
Susan Smith, who was convicted of murdering her two young sons by rolling her car into a South Carolina lake in 1994, was denied parole 30 years into her life sentence. This was her first parole hearing, and she will be eligible for another in two years. The parole board's decision was influenced by opposition from her ex-husband, the father of the children, and the prosecutor from her trial. Smith's case gained national attention due to the nature of the crime and her initial false claims of a carjacking.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by WLOS
The South Carolina parole board denied parole for Susan Smith, who was convicted of murdering her two young sons in 1994 by rolling her car into a lake with them inside. Smith, who has served 30 years of her life sentence, appeared virtually for the hearing, where the board considered her conduct in prison, including rule violations. David Smith, the father of the victims, emotionally opposed her release, arguing that her time served is insufficient for the crime. The board's decision required a two-thirds majority to grant parole, which was not achieved.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
Susan Smith, a South Carolina woman convicted in 1994 for the murder of her two sons, is seeking parole after 30 years in prison. Smith, who drowned her children by letting their car roll into a lake, will present her case to a parole board, while the children's father and the original prosecutor will argue against her release. Smith's initial claim of a carjacking was later disproven when she confessed to the crime. Under state law, she is eligible for a parole hearing every two years after serving 30 years.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by WOODTV.com
Dateline will air an update on the 2003 murder of Kristi Johnson by serial killer Victor Lawrence Paleologus. The case, which was previously featured on Dateline, has gained renewed attention due to efforts by women also targeted by Paleologus. The episode will highlight their campaign to prevent his release from prison.