The controversial 2018 law that was invoked during the parole hearing, claims that full maturity is not reached until the mid-to late-20s.
Connie Rasmussen questions the applicability of this law in Lazarus’ case. And says that her sister’s killer had completed police academy training, was approved to carry a firearm, and moved up in the ranks of the LAPD.
The cold case murder is the perfect storm. The complexities of the criminal justice system, the importance of DNA evidence, and the controversial nature of parole eligibility are all in play.
