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A public hearing to consider the possible commutation of sentence for Paula Bennett, #691313

September 13, 2022

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


The Michigan Parole Board will hold a public hearing on Thursday, October 13, 2022, at 11:00 am to consider the possible commutation of sentence for Paula Bennett, #691313. 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 October 11, 2022, to confirm attendance.

Paula Bennett was sentenced to a term of Life for the crime of Murder 1st Degree-Premeditated. Paula Bennett was sentenced on June 16, 2008, out of Wayne County. 

Anthony E. O. King, 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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