Amber Guyger granted parole after serving 7 years for shooting, killing Botham Jean, officials confirm
Updated on: October 1, 2026 / 5:33 PM CDT / CBS Texas
TL;DR
- Amber Guyger, convicted of murdering Botham Jean, has been granted parole after serving seven of her ten-year sentence.
- The Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles approved parole citing Guyger's "satisfactory institutional adjustment" and participation in rehabilitation programs.
- Botham Jean's family expressed deep disappointment and requested privacy as they process the news.
- An attorney for the Jean family stated that releasing Guyger after seven years makes the loss of Botham's life feel even smaller.
- The Dallas Police Department acknowledged the decision may cause renewed emotion but stated parole decisions are outside their authority.
- Guyger's former attorney indicated she has plans for life after prison, including a job and a place to live.
- Jean's family previously filed a civil lawsuit against the City of Dallas seeking damages, alleging the city tried to cover up staffing gaps that led to Guyger working a long shift before the incident.