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A public hearing to consider the possible parole of Thomas Rucker, #258505

August 06, 2022

CONTACT:   Chris Gautz, Public Information Officer
                        (517) 241-0363


The Michigan Parole Board will hold a public hearing on Thursday, August 18, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. to consider the possible parole of Thomas Rucker, #258505. The hearing will be conducted via video through Microsoft Teams and can be accessed by clicking HERE. 

Those planning to access the hearing must call 517-335-1736 no later than August 16, 2022, to confirm attendance.

Thomas Rucker is serving a life sentence for the crime of Criminal Sexual Conduct 1st Degree (Person Under 13). Thomas Rucker was sentenced on August 14, 1997, out of Washtenaw County. 

Brian Shipman, Chairman of the Michigan Parole Board, will conduct the hearing under the provisions of the Lifer Law, MCLA 791.234.

When logging into the hearing, your video camera must be turned off and audio muted to eliminate distraction during the hearing.

Please be advised that recordings, photography, or screenshots of the proceeding are prohibited.
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