Published On: Fri, Feb 21st, 2025

L.A. DA does not support overturning Menendez brothers’ murder convictions



Los Angeles’ top prosecutor rejected a bid by Erik and Lyle Menendez to challenge their murder convictions, telling reporters Friday that evidence cited by the brothers did not meet the standards required for a judge to order a new trial.

Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman said prosecutors had filed a response Friday opposing a petition filed by the brothers in May 2023 that sought a new trial.

A letter that the brothers’ lawyer has previously described as a critical piece of…



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