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A public hearing to consider the possible commutation of sentence for Jimmy Burden, #135252

August 30, 2022

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


The Michigan Parole Board will hold a public hearing on Thursday, September 29, 2022, at 9:00 am to consider the possible commutation of sentence for Jimmy Burden, #135252. 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 September 27, 2022, to confirm attendance.

Jimmy Burden was sentenced to two terms of 60 years to 100 years for the crime of Robbery Armed (two counts). Jimmy Burden was sentenced on October 14, 1983, out of Wayne County. 

Edwin M. Heap, Member of the Michigan Parole Board, will conduct the hearing under the provisions of MCLA 791.224 prior to any recommendation for executive clemency by the Parole Board.

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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