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A public hearing to consider the possible parole of Arthur Hawkins, #146260

November 27, 2025

The Michigan Parole Board will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. to consider the possible parole of Arthur Hawkins, #146260. The hearing will be conducted via video using Microsoft Teams.

Those planning to access the hearing must complete the online registration form no later than December 7, 2025.  Public hearing guidelines and access information can be found here. 

Arthur Hawkins was sentenced to a term of Life for the crime of Murder 2nd Degree. Arthur Hawkins was sentenced on February 15, 1978, out of Wayne County. 

Cynthia L. Garcia, 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 proceedings are prohibited.

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