Menendez Miracle #6
I have written previously about the first five Menendez Miracles.
And I have written more recently about the roller coaster of Menendez legal ups and downs in this frequently-updated post: If I Could Hold a Press Conference.
And now we have Menendez Miracle #6:
Parole Hearing Scheduled
Last week, after yet another lengthy, unnecessary, prejudicial, and error-filled press conference by DA Hochman, Governor Newsom announced that he has set a hearing date for the brothers before the parole board. He had already ordered a risk assessment to assist him in considering clemency, which would also be part of a parole process should they be resentenced.
Clemency hearing date for Menendez brothers set by California Gov. Gavin Newsom (USA Today)
For two people who were sentenced to life in prison WITHOUT THE POSSIBILITY of parole, and who have not (yet) been resentenced, I’d say a parole board hearing for Erik and Lyle is a miracle, wouldn’t you?
The date to pencil in on your calendar is June 13. And the resentencing hearing (a separate still-viable path to freedom in the hands of Judge Jesic) is currently (re-)scheduled for April 17-18.
Are you a Menendez supporter?
If you are, great! Please leave a comment, scroll down to see what you can do to help, and spread the word by sharing this blog post with others you think may be interested.
However, if you aren’t a supporter, please refrain from commenting. I’ve endured enough criticism in the past 3 decades to last me a lifetime, thank you very much!
If you’re just not sure, you’re definitely not alone! I didn’t know, what to think either, until I spent 7 months as a first-trial Menendez juror (1 month jury selection + 5 months trial + 1 month deliberations). My book, and this flow chart, will help you decide.
What’s YOUR verdict? CLICK the image to view, download, and print the full-sized (free) PDF chart. SHARE it with both supporters and doubters. Order your copy of my book here: Hung Jury: The Diary of a Menendez Juror
What can you do to help?
- SIGN the petition (I only share family-approved petitions.)
- Justiceforerikandlyle.org (For more information, or if you experience difficulties, contact info@justiceforerikandlyle.org.)
- WATCH the latest update from Crime Analyst (YouTube, 21 min.)
- CONTACT Governor Newsom to express your support for the brothers.
- SHARE this post, the featured charts, and whatever else you find helpful on my website.
- REMEMBER: This is a marathon, not a sprint.
- The story’s not over!
I created this Venn diagram in 2016, when interest in the case started picking up again on the 20th anniversary of the murder convictions. This was before I knew there would be SEVERAL miracles paving the very long path to the BIG one. CLICK the image to view, download, and print the full-sized PDF chart. SHARE it with other supporters!
The next Menendez Miracle? — The Release
Erik and Lyle walking free after 35+ years? Why not?
No matter how many pieces are in place now, it will still take a miracle.
But, as we’ve seen, miracles do happen!
Resources
- The Menendez Murders Flow Chart
- What’s YOUR verdict?
- Enough is Enough: The Menendez Tapestry
- 4-min video
- Hazel’s Top Menendez Media Picks
- Books, Documentaries, Dramatizations, Podcasts, Websites
- Complete First Trial Courtroom Videos
- Watch for yourself on CourtTV.com.
- (The corrupt second trial was not televised.)
- Menendez Juror Website
- More resources, News, FAQ, etc.
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- Book: Hung Jury: The Diary of a Menendez Juror
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Thank you Hazel. I am part of an online group of supporters advocating for Lyle and Erik. I will share your blog and information with my group.
Thank you for sharing, Christina!
That really is good news! Hoping for a positive outcome.
Thanks, Janet!
I paid minimal attention to the Menendez brothers back in 1989 when it happened; it was the summer I started grad school and for a while, I didn’t even have a TV. All I knew then were that rich kids killed their parents; by the time of the trials (yours and others), it just didn’t captivate my attention. It’s only through you and your history as a juror that I came to develop a sense of the abuse they suffered (and I do believe that they were abused). Thank you for keeping us constantly updated!
Thanks for sharing my post, Julie!
I believe without a doubt the abuse they endured for years is real. Support for Erik and Lyle is strong! Thank you for your continued support!!
Thanks for your comment, Trevor!
I’ve only been following the brothers since October when it hit the news and since I’ve read both yours and Robert Rands book. Also try to follow all the news stories.
I totally believe they were treated very unfairly and really deserve to be freed.
Thank you for your support, Wendy!