The Michigan Parole Board will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at 9:00 a.m., to consider the possible pardon of sentence for Jamil Lewis. 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 23, 2026. Public hearing guidelines and access information can be found
here.
Jamil Lewis was sentenced to a term of 1 year, 2 months to 5 years for the crime of Robbery Armed. Jamil Lewis was sentenced on December 16, 1991, out of Wayne County.
Brian Shipman, Chairman 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.
This hearing is required by state law prior to consideration of any pardon by the Governor.
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.
