The Juice will be loose: O.J. Simpson granted parole
Simpson was granted parole Thursday after serving more than eight years in prison for a Las Vegas hotel-room robbery. He made a compelling case for freedom during a nationally televised hearing, highlighting America's lasting fascination with the former football star.
At 70 years old, Simpson could be released as early as October. By that time, he will have served the minimum of his nine-to-33-year armed-robbery sentence, given for a failed attempt to steal sports memorabilia and other items he claimed had been taken from him.
Parole hearing and decision
All four parole commissioners voted unanimously for Simpson's release after roughly 30 minutes of deliberations. They noted the low risk of reoffending, strong community support, and his plans to relocate to Florida.
"Thank you, thank you, thank you," Simpson said quietly, lowering his head in relief. As he stood to return to his prison cell, he exhaled deeply.
Release conditions and future plans
- Minimum sentence served: over eight years of a nine-to-33-year term
- Crime: armed robbery of a Las Vegas hotel room
- Purpose: attempted theft of sports memorabilia Simpson claimed was stolen from him
- Release plans: moving to Florida
Simpson's parole marks a significant development in the narrative of a once-legendary athlete whose life has been marked by controversy and public scrutiny.
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