Governor Gavin Newsom has ordered a comprehensive risk assessment of Lyle and Erik Menendez to evaluate their potential danger to society if granted clemency. The governor emphasized that public safety is pivotal in applying for commutation, considering factors like the brothers' conduct since incarceration, rehabilitation efforts, and the implications for victims. Meanwhile, the Menendez brothers are pursuing clemency, alongside a habeas corpus petition involving new allegations against their father and a rescinding of their life sentences. However, the LA County District Attorney opposes these efforts, questioning the credibility of their new evidence.
"The Governor's primary consideration when evaluating commutation applications is public safety, which includes the applicant's current risk level, the impact of a commutation on victims and survivors..."
"Lyle and Erik Menendez, who are serving life in prison without the possibility of parole, have submitted a request for clemency to Newsom. In November, the governor said he'd defer to Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman's 'review and analysis' of the case before making any decisions."
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