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Menendez Brothers Seek New Trial Amid Claims of Abuse and Miscarriage of Justice

Lyle and Erik Menendez, serving life sentences for the murder of their parents, push for a new trial, citing abuse claims and new evidence.

  • The Menendez brothers, convicted of murdering their parents in 1989, have served over three decades in prison.
  • New evidence and claims of sexual abuse by their father have reignited calls for their release.
  • A recent Fox Nation docuseries, 'Menendez Brothers: Victims or Villains', features interviews and new insights into the case.
  • Attorneys for the brothers have filed a writ of habeas corpus, pointing to newly discovered evidence supporting their claims of abuse.
  • The Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office has until April 11 to respond to the petition for a new trial.
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