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Menendez Brothers’ Parole Hearing Postponed to August 2025

Parole Hearing Rescheduled

The parole hearing for Lyle and Erik Menendez, convicted in 1996 for the 1989 murders of their parents, has been delayed from June 13 to August 21 and 22, 2025. The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation confirmed the postponement, allowing more preparation time for the brothers and their legal team.

Background on Sentencing and Eligibility

The brothers were resentenced by Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Michael Jesic from life without parole to 50 years to life, making them eligible for parole for the first time in over 30 years. This change followed a review influenced by new legal standards and appeals processes.

Governor’s Role in Parole Decision

While the parole board will provide a recommendation after the August hearing, the final decision lies with California Governor Gavin Newsom. His office canceled an earlier clemency review, shifting focus to the parole hearing as the path forward.

Case History Overview

Lyle (now 57) and Erik Menendez (now 54) were convicted for killing their wealthy parents, Jose and Kitty Menendez, in their Beverly Hills home in 1989. The case gained national attention due to the brothers’ claims of abuse and the motives questioned by prosecutors. After a mistrial, a subsequent trial resulted in life sentences without parole.

Legal Proceedings and Public Impact

The trials featured separate juries initially, with defense citing abuse as justification and prosecution arguing financial motives. The brothers’ appeals had been largely unsuccessful until the recent resentencing. The case’s profile has kept it under close public and legal scrutiny.

Looking Ahead

The forthcoming parole hearing is a pivotal moment for the Menendez brothers after 35 years of incarceration. The parole board’s recommendation and Governor Newsom’s final decision will determine whether they remain imprisoned or are granted release.

Sources: California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation; Los Angeles County Superior Court; various news outlets.

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