Menendez brothers granted early parole suitability hearing for March 2027

The California Board of Parole has granted Erik and Lyle Menendez an early parole suitability hearing. Tentatively scheduled for March 2027, this decision comes significantly sooner than their previous eligibility date in August. A family spokesperson confirmed the news on Monday morning, noting that the brothers' family is delighted by the development. The hearing will determine the suitability of the Menendez brothers for early release from their current incarceration based on the board's evaluation.