Overview

• California’s Board of Parole Hearings rejected Erik Menendez’s release after a daylong review, ruling he still poses a danger.
• The panel listed cellphone misuse, alleged gang ties, drug trafficking, disciplinary violations and an alleged tax-fraud scheme as key factors.
• Testifying by video from the San Diego prison, Menendez apologized and emphasized faith, sobriety and mentoring work, as relatives including an aunt urged his release.
• Los Angeles prosecutors opposed parole, and commissioner Robert Barton said the panel believes in redemption but found ongoing risk under legal standards.
• The decision blocks a new bid for three years; Lyle Menendez’s separate hearing was scheduled next, with any approval subject to legal review and potential gubernatorial action before release.