Betty Broderick Denied Parole

Betty Broderick, a one time socially prominent wife of an attorney who is now in prison for killing her ex-husband and his new wife, has been denied parole for the 1989 crime. After being dumped by her husband for a younger co-worker, Broderick became enraged and threatened her ex-husband until she ultimately murdered him and his wife. Her story was the subject of many books and two movies. Now, at age 62, she has been in prison longer than she was married to Daniel Broderick. Those who support Broderick agree with her story that after helping her husband through law school, he cheated on her and left her for a younger woman. Those who agree that Broderick should not be paroled claim she is a danger to society.

Today we asked our panel if they think Broderick should be paroled after serving almost 20 years of her 32-years-to-life sentence. After reading their opinions, have your say by leaving a comment.