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A public hearing to consider the possible parole of James McCorkle, #148975

December 24, 2022

The Michigan Parole Board will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. to consider the possible parole of James McCorkle, #148975. 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 December 29, 2022, to confirm attendance.

James McCorkle is serving a life sentence for the crime of Murder 2nd Degree. James McCorkle was sentenced on March 28, 1977, out of Wayne County. 

Sandra Wilson, Member 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.

If you are a member of the news media and have questions about the hearing, please contact Chris Gautz, Public Information Officer at 517-241-0363.
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