Overview

• California parole panels rejected release for Erik and Lyle Menendez in back-to-back hearings last week, acknowledging rehabilitation but citing rule-breaking in prison.
• Erik told commissioners he disclosed alleged sexual abuse to Lyle five days before the killings and said he obtained a gun because he feared being attacked.
• Lyle said he bought shotguns for emotional protection, characterized the shootings as unplanned, and described feeling shock and regret afterward.
• The proceedings, held with each brother before a different board from the Richard J. Donovan facility, lasted roughly 10 to 11 hours per case.
• The brothers may reapply for parole in three years, with the wait possibly reduced to 18 months based on qualifying good behavior.