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A public hearing to consider the possible commutation of sentence for Demel Dukes, #387682

December 07, 2025

The Michigan Parole Board will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. to consider the possible commutation of sentence for Demel Dukes, #387682. 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 January 2, 2026.  Public hearing guidelines and access information can be found here.  

Demel Dukes was sentenced to a term of Life for the crime of Homicide – Felony Murder. Demel Dukes was sentenced on January 18, 2002, out of Wayne County. 

Colin Riehl, Member of the Michigan Parole Board, will conduct the hearing under the provisions of MCLA 791.244 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.

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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