Many of Mason’s followers have been routinely denied parole over the last 40 years as Los Angeles County prosecutors typically accompany victims’ families and argue against their release. However, ever since Los Angeles District Attorney George Gasćon’s recent election, victims’ relatives are finding that they are no longer supported by prosecutors. As a result, there is genuine fear that some of Manson’s followers will succeed in being released on parole.
Parole denied for Manson follower Leslie Van Houten
The California Governor Gavin Newsom has blocked parole for Manson follower Leslie Van Houten for the second time, according to the Los Angeles Times.