The Menendez brothers’ resentencing hearing looms. Here’s what to expect

Today is the day.
After months of contentious court fights – and three decades spent by Erik and Lyle Menendez in prison – a judge will hear arguments on whether the brothers should be resentenced, in a murder case that still divides America.
The pair are serving life in prison for killing their parents, Kitty and Jose Menendez, in 1989, when they were 21 and 18. Their case gained renewed attention after a popular Netflix series last year.
The resentencing hearing will determine whether the pair should be resentenced to a lesser penalty. If approved, the brothers could become eligible for parole – potentially allowing their freedom.
Prosecutors at the time argued Erik and Lyle meticulously planned the killings so they could access their parents’ fortune. The current Los Angeles District Attorney says the brothers have continued to cling to lies about the case.

Source: BBC | Language: English