Patricia Krenwinkel, former Manson follower, granted parole for third time
The 78-year-old has spent nearly six decades in prison and California governor has overturned last two parole grants
TL;DR
- Patricia Krenwinkel, 78, a former Charles Manson follower, has been granted parole for the third time for her role in the Tate-LaBianca murders.
- She has served nearly six decades in prison, longer than any other woman in California.
- The parole board has repeatedly recognized Krenwinkel's rehabilitation and concluded she is not a danger to society.
- Governor Gavin Newsom previously reversed two parole grants, citing a lack of sufficient insight into the causes of her crimes.
- Krenwinkel's attorneys argue that Governor Newsom may be swayed by political pressure and urge him to allow the parole to stand, emphasizing her acceptance of responsibility and extensive rehabilitation efforts.
- The case highlights concerns about elderly individuals incarcerated for extended periods and the effectiveness of the parole process.