Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascon announced a review of new evidence in the case of Erik and Lyle Menendez, who were convicted of murdering their parents in 1989.

A court hearing to discuss this new evidence and the potential for resentencing is set for November 29, 2023, marking over 28 years since their conviction.

The Menendez brothers maintain that they acted in self-defense due to a history of abuse, arguing that societal views on such issues have evolved since their original trial.

Gascon acknowledged that the brothers have served significant time in prison and noted that new evidence might have influenced a jury's decision if it had been available during their original trial.

This new evidence includes a letter from Erik Menendez discussing allegations of sexual abuse by their father, which their attorneys argue supports their claims.

Gascon emphasized that modern handling of sexual assault cases would likely be approached with greater sensitivity, potentially impacting the trial's outcome today.

He also stressed the importance of reviewing the new evidence ethically and morally, acknowledging the complexities surrounding the brothers' convictions.

The Menendez brothers assert that their actions were a result of prolonged emotional, physical, and sexual abuse by their parents.

Their case has been the subject of extensive media coverage, including a recent docuseries that raised questions about the family's dynamics and the alleged abuse.

Mark Geragos, one of the brothers' attorneys, expressed cautious optimism regarding the outcome of the petition for a review of their convictions.

Both brothers have been described as model prisoners, with Lyle recently earning a sociology degree while incarcerated.

If the upcoming hearing yields a favorable outcome, the brothers could either be freed or face a new trial nearly 35 years after their parents' deaths.