L.A. DA does not support overturning Menendez brothers' murder convictions
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Los Angeles' top prosecutor rejected a bid by Erik and Lyle Menendez to challenge their murder convictions, telling reporters Friday that evidence cited by the brothers did not meet the standards required for a judge to order a new trial. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman said prosecutors had filed a response Friday opposing a petition filed by the brothers in May 2023 that sought a new trial.
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Main Idea: Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman said he does not support overturning Erik and Lyle Menendez’s murder convictions because the evidence they presented does not meet the standard for a new trial.
Key Points:
- Hochman said prosecutors filed a court response opposing the brothers’ petition for a new trial.
- He rejected a letter Erik Menendez pointed to as proof of past abuse, saying the document is only a photocopy and is not credible enough.
- Prosecutors also argued that a declaration from former Menudo member Roy Rosselló is not admissible because the brothers learned of it decades after the killings.
- The Menendez family members who support the brothers said they were deeply disappointed, while the district attorney is still reviewing a separate request to resentence them.
Impact on the People
Negative Impact
The case may keep taxpayers paying for more court work and may prolong pain for the Menendez family and other abuse survivors watching the dispute.
Positive Impact
The ruling could help voters and courts keep a high bar for new trials, which may support confidence in criminal justice decisions.
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Co-defendant and central subject of the article’s coverage of the conviction challenge and resentencing push.
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Former district attorney whose prior support for resentencing is an important part of the article.
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Prosecutor’s office taking the concrete action of opposing the petition and reviewing resentencing.
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California governor mentioned in connection with possible clemency, but not the article’s main focus.
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