Archive · 22 Aug 2025
Erik Menendez Denied Parole After 36 Years for Murder
Erik Menendez, who killed his parents long ago, was not allowed to leave prison.
The parole board, who decides if prisoners can be released early, said he still might be a danger.
Erik said he killed his parents because his father abused him.
His family is sad about the decision.
His brother Lyle will have a hearing soon to see if he can be released.
The decision was made because of some bad behavior while he was in prison, and the parole board was worried about his actions.
Erik Menendez was denied parole after 36 years in prison for the murder of his parents.
The parole board cited continued rule violations and risk to public safety as reasons for the denial.
Menendez stated he felt he had no choice but to kill his parents due to abuse.
The Menendez family expressed disappointment but remains hopeful for Lyle's upcoming hearing.
Lyle Menendez's parole hearing is scheduled for Friday.
- Who
- Erik Menendez, parole board, family members, and the district attorney.
- What
- Parole denial for Erik Menendez and upcoming hearing for Lyle Menendez.
- When
- Erik's denial on Thursday; Lyle's hearing on Friday.
- Where
- Virtual hearing in Sacramento from San Diego prison.
- Why
- To determine if Erik Menendez should be released from prison.
Opposition to Parole
Support for Parole
Responsibility
Opposition to Parole
Menendez brothers have not accepted full responsibility.
Support for Parole
The Menendez brothers have taken responsibility and transformed.
- Subject
- Erik Menendez
- Crime
- Murder
- Parole Decision
- Denied
- Next Parole Hearing Eligibility
- 2028
- Lyle Menendez Hearing
- Scheduled for Friday
Sources
Menendez Parole: On 36th Anniversary Of Parents’ Shotgun Killing & Just Before Big Hearing, Skeptical L.A. DA Vows To “Evaluate Our Final Position Based On The Evidence Presented”
Parent-Killing Menendez Brothers May Get Free After Over 30 Years