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Double murderer Menendez brothers to cite self-help groups in sentence reduction plea
Arrested over 35 years ago, Erik and Lyle Menendez have now spent more of their lives behind bars than free.
The pair were imprisoned for the double murder of their parents in their Beverly Hills home. In the decades since, they have gotten an education, participated in self-help classes and started various support groups for their fellow inmates – all behind bars.
Legal representatives for the brothers now plan to highlight their behaviour during their time in prison as they prepare to plea for a reduced sentence that could lead to their release.
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Associated Press17 April 2025 15:28
Menendez brothers' resentencing hearing begins today
The Menendez brothers will appear in Los Angeles court in just over two hours, at 9:30 a.m. local time, for their resentencing hearing.
However, prosecutors have filed a request to delay, arguing that state prison and parole officers first need to complete their risk assessments.
Newsom says these assessments will be ready in mid-June.
The status of that filing, made late Wednesday, is still unclear.
Follow along for live updates from The Independent.
Katie Hawkinson17 April 2025 15:26
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