What does it mean for Lyle and Erik? – Hollywood life

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The Menendez brothers were convicted in 1996 of MURDERS of their parents, Jose Menendez and Mary Louise “Kitty” Menendezand were sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. More than 20 years later, that could change. Los Angeles County District Attorney formally recommended a potential resentment for Lyle and Eric Menendez. If granted, it would be Lyle and Erik Menendez eligible for parole. Find out what this means for their possible release.

What do Passwords mean?

Parole is also called temporary release from prison. If an inmate is granted parole, he is released early, provided the inmate agrees to follow certain rules. For example, they may be required to consult with their parole officer to assess whether or not they have met their parole standards and/or restrictions.

Are the Menendez brothers out of jail?

Lyle and Erik they have not been officially released from prison nor have they received parole. However, prosecutor George Gascón announced on October 24, 2024 his recommendation to the court “to eliminate life without the possibility of parole and they will be convicted of murder”, indicating that the brothers would be eligible for parole if a resentment is accepted.

“I think they paid their debt to society,” Gascón said of Lyle and Erik, who proved their rehabilitation during their time in prison, “creating groups that deal with how to address untreated trauma, creating groups that to deal with other inmates who have physical disabilities and may be treated differently,” the prosecutor emphasized.

Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón has announced he will recommend that Erik and Lyle Menendez be convicted of murdering their parents in 1989, giving the brothers a chance at freedom after 34 years behind bars. pic.twitter.com/NQjdfmjyj3

— AP Entertainment (@APEntertainment) October 24, 2024

“Even in one case, Lyle (was) negotiating for other inmates about the conditions they live in,” Gascón admitted, while clarifying that “there is no excuse for murder.”

The DA also noted the outpouring of support from the public after Monsters: The Story of Lyle and Erik Menendez premiered, and he admitted new evidence supporting the brother’s claims of sexual abuse. In light of this, Gascón explained that although Lyle and Erik’s choice to kill their parents was wrong, they grew up.

“All this was done by two young people,” the prosecutor added, referring to when Lyle and Erik they were 21 and 18 years oldrespectively, when they fatally shot their mother and father. “They are not as young now. They had no hope of ever getting out of prison. … I think the brothers were subjected to a tremendous amount of domestic dysfunction and molestation.”

Can the Menendez brothers get parole?

If the court goes ahead with Lyle and Erikhis possible resentment, they would likely be eligible for parole, possibly allowing their release. As of 2018, the brothers live in San Diego Richard J. Donovan Correctional Center.

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