The Juice Will Be Loose: O.J. Simpson Granted Parole
O.J. Simpson was granted parole on Thursday after serving more than eight years in prison for a Las Vegas hotel-room robbery. The parole hearing, broadcast nationally, highlighted America's lasting fascination with the former football star.
Simpson, 70, is eligible for release as early as October, having served the minimum term of his nine-to-33-year sentence for armed robbery. The charge stemmed from a failed attempt to recover sports memorabilia and other items he claimed were stolen from him.
Parole Decision
All four parole commissioners voted unanimously to release Simpson after about 30 minutes of deliberation. They noted factors such as his low risk of reoffending, strong community support, and plans to relocate to Florida.
"Thank you, thank you, thank you," Simpson said quietly, bowing his head in relief. As he rose to return to his cell, he exhaled deeply.
Key Points
- Parole granted after over eight years in prison
- Sentence: 9-to-33 years for armed robbery
- Motivation: retrieving stolen sports memorabilia
- Unanimous decision by parole commissioners
- Simpson plans to move to Florida upon release
Simpson’s parole hearing reaffirms the public's enduring interest in his complex legacy beyond football.
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