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The two-day proceeding in L.A. ended its first day with the judge resentencing the brothers imprisoned for over three decades for their parents' 1989 murders.

Lyle and Erik Menendez could stay in prison — even if the court rules to resentence them for the 1989 slaying of their wealthy father, prosecutors said Tuesday. Los Angeles District Attorney Nathan Hochman said even if the famous killers get a reduced sentence for killing Jose,

Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman speaks to the media during a hearing in the case of Erik and Lyle Menendez Tuesday, May 13, 2025, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes) This combination of two booking photos provided by the California Department of Corrections shows Erik Menendez,

Erik and Lyle Menendez 's much-anticipated resentencing hearing will be held Tuesday and Wednesday with lawyers set to battle over whether the brothers should get a lesser sentence, clearing the way for a potential release from prison. Defense attorney Mark Geragos, who is pushing for their release, said he plans to call seven witnesses.

Erik and Lyle Menendez were convicted for the 1989 shotgun murders of their parents, Jose and Kitty Menendez, after arguing that they acted in self-defense.

The Menendez brothers' family says Nathan Hochman's efforts to block resentencing "do not align" with their views.

Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman discussed the Menendez brothers' resentencing hearing in Los Angeles, California with reporters.