Gov. Jerry Brown reversed a parole board and denied on Friday the release of a former Charles Manson follower who served more than 43 years in prison.
It was the third time a California governor denied the release of Bruce Davis, 71, a member of the murderous Manson Family who was convicted in the 1969 slayings of musician Gary Hinman and stuntman Donald "Shorty" Shea.
In March, the parole board once again found that he was suitable for parole based on his age, conduct in prison — he became a born-again Christian in prison, earned a doctoral degree in philosophy of religion, ministers to other inmates — and other factors.
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Brown said his refusal to grant parole to Davis last year was based on the gravity of his offenses as well his refusal to fully accept responsibility for his role in the murders. He wrote in Friday's decision that Davis continues to paint himself as a passive bystander and noted comments he made to a psychologist in 2013.
"I was a dependent person. I needed attention and approval. I wasn't my own person. I wanted sex, drugs and rock 'n roll," Davis said.
He later added: "I wasn't looking out for my best interests; I was led by fools, bigger fools than myself."
Brown said he had asked Davis to reconcile his version of being a follower with the evidence that he was "a leader who actively championed the Family's values."
"He did not address these concerns at his most recent parole hearing," the decision said.
After 43 Years In Prison, Charles Manson Follower Bruce Davis Again Denied Parole
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