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Louisiana parole board holds multiple revocation hearings; several paroles revoked, one continued for counsel The Committee on Parole held remote revocation hearings on March 5, 2026, in Baton Rouge, revoking parole in multiple cases involving alleged firearms, drug and driving violations and continuing one hearing to secure defense counsel. The panel also returned one case to supervision after an executive session.

The Louisiana parole board made tough decisions in a series of revocation hearings, citing firearms and substance abuse as key issues, while one case was postponed for legal representation.

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Committee on Parole denies John Murphy's parole request after panel cites record discrepancies The Committee on Parole unanimously denied John Murphy's parole request on March 2, 2026, citing discrepancies between Murphy's account and police reports and concerns about accountability; the panel encouraged further programming.

The Committee on Parole has unanimously denied John Murphy's request for release, citing major discrepancies between his claims and police reports that raised serious concerns about accountability.

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Committee on Parole grants parole to Dorella Johnson, imposes substance‑abuse evaluation The Committee on Parole voted unanimously March 2, 2026, to grant parole to Dorella Johnson, a first-felony offender serving a 40-year sentence, conditioned on a substance‑abuse evaluation and any recommended treatment.

Dorella Johnson, serving a 40-year sentence for armed robbery and attempted murder, has been granted parole after demonstrating remarkable rehabilitation progress, but with a crucial condition for substance abuse evaluation.

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Parole board hears multiple revocation cases; electronic monitoring ordered for one, several paroles revoked At its Feb. 26 meeting the Committee on Parole heard revocation and parole cases across Louisiana parishes, denying parole for some, revoking others and ordering electronic monitoring for Zachary Lopez while setting a $5,000 parole bond for Denzel Roy pending trial.

The Louisiana Parole Board's recent hearing saw critical decisions, including electronic monitoring for one parolee while others faced revocation due to serious violations.

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Parole board revokes parole for multiple inmates, denies one application and continues another At its Feb. 24, 2026 session, the Louisiana Committee on Parole revoked parole for several individuals after revocation hearings, denied parole for one applicant to allow more program participation, and continued one case pending criminal-court outcomes. The panel included Chair Cheryl Renata, Pete Freeman and Steve Prater.

The Louisiana Parole Board took decisive actions on February 24, revoking parole for multiple inmates while one case hangs in the balance pending court outcomes.

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Parole panel roundup: revocations, treatment placements, reinstatements and continuances At multiple sites on Feb. 11, the Louisiana Committee on Parole revoked or continued supervision for several inmates, sent one to long‑term DOC treatment in lieu of revocation, reinstated parole for another with mandatory treatment, and continued other hearings pending verification or criminal cases.

The Louisiana Committee on Parole made crucial decisions on Feb. 11, addressing revocations, treatment placements, and reinstatements that could change lives.

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Parole panel grants supervised release to man serving 25-year sentence despite DA objection The Louisiana Committee on Parole voted to grant parole to Derek Sherman, a first‑class offender serving a 25‑year sentence, imposing supervision conditions and approving transfer under the interstate compact to Colorado after family testimony and program completion; the Rapides Parish DA urged denial.

Derek Sherman, serving 25 years for a horrific crime, has been granted parole despite the District Attorney's objections, thanks to family support and completed rehabilitation programs.

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Parole denied for Tiffany Woods after split panel vote; DA’s office opposed release The Committee on Parole denied parole for Tiffany Woods by less than unanimous vote after family, prison staff and the Louisiana Parole Project urged release, while the Caddo Parish DA’s victim-assistance director strongly opposed it citing the infant’s malnourishment and evidence presented at trial.

In a deeply divided decision, Tiffany Woods' parole was denied despite strong support from her family and prison staff, with emotional testimony from the DA's office highlighting the tragic fate of her victim.

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Parole board denies release for Zeeandre Jacobs after relatives and DA oppose early release The Committee on Parole denied parole to inmate Zeeandre Jacobs (DOC 447048), citing family opposition and the district attorney's recounting of a prior confession; supporters and a parole-reentry group had urged release based on program completion and reentry plans.

Zeeandre Jacobs, once a model inmate focused on rehabilitation, faces a setback as the parole board denies his release amid opposition from family and the district attorney.

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Parole committee approves several releases, revokes one and denies another during Feb. 3 docket On Feb. 3 the Committee on Parole granted parole to multiple inmates under reentry plans, revoked parole for an absconder, denied parole to a sex‑offense inmate, and continued or postponed other revocation hearings to allow counsel or court actions to proceed.

The Committee on Parole made significant decisions on Feb. 3, granting parole to several inmates while revoking and denying others in a dramatic session that reflects the complexities of rehabilitation and justice.

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Parole panel revokes several paroles, assigns treatment for one and preserves others after daylong hearings On Feb. 5, 2026 the Committee on Parole heard revocation cases from multiple parish jails. The panel revoked parole in multiple files for absconding or new criminal charges, assigned one man to a recovery program instead of revoking, and declined revocation in several other cases.

In a decisive move, the Louisiana Parole Committee revoked multiple paroles due to serious violations, while also offering a lifeline to one individual by assigning him to a recovery program.

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Parole denied for habitual-offender inmate with long record and medical issues The Committee on Parole denied parole for John Marshall, an eleventh-felony habitual offender serving a life sentence for distribution of cocaine, citing extensive criminal history, law-enforcement opposition and limited recent program completion despite medical dorm placement.

Despite years of sobriety and efforts to reform, the Louisiana Board of Pardons has denied parole for 71-year-old John Marshall, citing his extensive criminal history and law enforcement's strong opposition.

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Parole revoked for offender who cited medication gaps and blackout episode Xavier Bradford’s parole was revoked after the panel found the May 2025 incident and his blackout explanation, combined with prior convictions and law-enforcement opposition, posed an unacceptable risk to the public.

Xavier Bradford's parole was revoked after alarming revelations about a blackout incident and mental health issues raised serious concerns for public safety.

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Committee revokes Deandre Singleton’s parole after police report and protective order After reviewing police photos, a protective order and evidence the board judged credible by preponderance of evidence, the Committee on Parole revoked Deandre Singleton’s parole at the Jefferson Parish hearing.

Deandre Singleton's parole was revoked after the Committee on Parole reviewed shocking evidence, including police reports and photographs of a victim's injuries.

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Parole denied for man convicted in 2005 manslaughter case amid victim opposition After hearing family testimony and victim opposition, the parole panel denied parole to Bridal Fuller Love, citing insufficient substance-abuse programming and disciplinary history despite vocational training and expressions of remorse.

Bridal Fuller Love's bid for parole was denied after family pleas clashed with victim opposition, highlighting the contentious debate over rehabilitation versus the severity of past crimes.

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Board Grants Parole to Dana Francis, Cites Rehabilitation and Reentry Support After extensive testimony from DOC staff, clergy and reentry partners, the Committee on Parole granted Dana Francis parole to the Louisiana Parole Project with conditions including treatment and supervision; the victim's family strongly opposed the release.

Dana Francis, a second-felony offender who transformed her life through education and mentorship, has been granted parole despite passionate opposition from the victim's family.

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Parole Board: Grants, Denials and Alternatives — January 13, 2026 (At a glance) Summary of outcomes from the Committee on Parole session on Jan. 13, 2026: several parole grants to reentry programs under conditions, multiple denials after victim or law-enforcement opposition, and alternatives to revocation in some revocation cases (work release, continuances).

The latest Louisiana Parole Board meeting revealed significant decisions on parole grants, denials, and alternatives to revocation that could impact the lives of many.

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Panel Grants Parole to Tracy Nicholson, Orders Restitution and Treatment Conditions The Committee on Parole granted parole to Tracy Nicholson (DOC 567570) to the Louisiana Parole Project, imposing an 18-month minimum placement, restitution payment obligations and substance-abuse evaluation and aftercare conditions.

Tracy Nicholson, a third-felony offender who stole over $54,000, has been granted parole under strict conditions aimed at ensuring restitution and ongoing treatment.

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Louisiana parole board denies multiple parole requests after contested hearings on Dec. 11, 2025 On Dec. 11, 2025, the Louisiana Committee on Parole heard several cases at DOC headquarters in Baton Rouge and remote sites. The board denied parole for multiple applicants after testimony from inmates, supporters, wardens and district attorneys; denials cited public‑safety concerns, disciplinary records or incomplete programming.

The Louisiana parole board heard emotional testimonies but ultimately denied parole to multiple applicants, citing serious public safety concerns and incomplete rehabilitation efforts.

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Parole board denies Joseph Benson Smith after law‑enforcement and family opposition The Committee on Parole denied parole to Joseph Benson Smith (DOC 412040) Dec. 9, 2025, after an assistant district attorney and multiple family members described the facts of the original offense and urged the board to uphold the sentence.

In a tense hearing, the Louisiana Parole Board denied Joseph Benson Smith's release after emotional pleas from law enforcement and the victim's family highlighted the gravity of his crimes.

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Parole board grants release to Jeremy Wood with residence, curfew and mental-health conditions The Louisiana Committee on Parole voted unanimously Dec. 9 to grant parole to Jeremy Lee Wood (DOC 497135), citing program completion and strong family support; release is conditional on an approved residence plan, registration requirements, a curfew and a mental‑health evaluation.

After over two decades behind bars, Jeremy Lee Wood has been granted parole with a robust support system and strict conditions for reentry.

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Louisiana parole panel hears multiple cases, denies several requests citing law‑enforcement opposition The Louisiana Committee on Parole met in Baton Rouge on Dec. 8, 2025, and denied parole requests in several hearings after hearing family testimony, reentry‑program offers and strong law‑enforcement opposition. Panelists repeatedly cited public‑safety concerns, outstanding program requirements and victim opposition.

In a decisive meeting, the Louisiana Committee on Parole denied multiple requests for parole, emphasizing strong law enforcement opposition and public safety concerns.

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Parole revoked for Matthew Williams after panel finds drug involvement Matthew Williams asked the committee for a sanction rather than revocation; the board found evidence of drug-related activity and revoked his parole, citing public-safety concerns.

Matthew Williams faced a tough decision as the parole committee revoked his parole due to evidence of drug involvement, despite his appeals for leniency based on family needs.

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Parole granted for Tory Kerr with strict no-contact and treatment conditions The Committee on Parole voted to grant parole to Tory Kerr to a managed transition plan, requiring sustained AA participation and a no-contact rule with the victim unless she initiates contact. The DA opposed the grant based on the severity of the underlying manslaughter offense.

After over 20 years behind bars for manslaughter, Tory Kerr has been granted parole under strict conditions, sparking heated debate between supporters and the district attorney.

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Parole committee issues mixed rulings: grants, denials, continued cases The Committee on Parole met Dec. 2, 2025, across several state facilities. The panel denied parole in several matters, granted conditional paroles in others, continued at least one case pending criminal proceedings, and recommended long-term substance-abuse treatment in multiple cases.

The recent Parole Committee hearings revealed a mixed bag of decisions, with some inmates granted conditional parole while others faced denials and revocations due to ongoing public safety concerns.

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Louisiana parole panel revokes several paroles, denies one application and grants one with conditions The Louisiana Committee on Parole met Dec. 10 in Baton Rouge and issued multiple outcomes: several parole revocations, one denial, a unanimous parole grant with conditions, and one case continued pending criminal disposition. The panel cited repeated noncompliance, pending criminal charges, and victim opposition in its decisions.

The Louisiana parole panel made critical decisions on December 10, revoking multiple paroles and granting one with stringent conditions, highlighting the ongoing battle between rehabilitation and public safety.

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Parole committee revokes multiple paroles, denies one application and orders intensive treatment for another The Louisiana Committee on Parole met Dec. 4, 2025 across multiple detention centers and revoked parole for several individuals after hearings, denied parole for one high‑risk applicant and ordered one incarcerated person into intensive treatment instead of revocation.

The Louisiana Committee on Parole made critical decisions on December 4, 2025, revoking multiple paroles, denying one application, and diverting another individual to intensive treatment instead of custody.

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Parole board revokes Michael E. Potter after review of serious charges The parole panel voted to revoke parole for Michael E. Potter (DOC 564812) after reviewing alleged trafficking, indecent-behavior and controlled-substance reports and finding a violation of parole condition 4.

Michael E. Potter's parole has been revoked after serious allegations of human trafficking and drug offenses led to a unanimous decision by the Louisiana Parole Board.

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Parole board hears emotional testimony in Augustine commutation case, denies request The Committee on Parole denied a commutation request for Augustine after in‑person and Zoom testimony from family members who described long‑term harm. Institutional staff said Augustine had a good institutional record, but prosecutors and the victim’s family opposed release.

In a gripping parole hearing, emotional testimonies from victim families led to the denial of Augustine's commutation request, despite his impressive behavior in prison.

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