Menendez Brothers Resentencing Hearing Set for December

Erik and Lyle Menendez are set for a resentencing hearing on December 11, after serving over 34 years for the murder of their parents in 1989. Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón has recommended a potential reduction of their sentence to 50 years to life, which would make them eligible for parole due to their ages at the time of the crime. The brothers' defense has consistently argued they acted in self-defense from years of abuse, although much of this evidence was excluded during their trials. Their attorney, Mark Geragos, may also seek to have the convictions reduced to manslaughter, which would allow for immediate release. This renewed interest in their case follows a recent Netflix docudrama that has brought new evidence to light, including claims of abuse by their father. The outcome of the hearing could see the brothers released before Christmas, pending approval from the parole board and the governor's review.