Michigan Department of Corrections
08/16/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 08/15/2026 20:10
A public hearing to consider the possible commutation of sentence for Michael Edgerton, #226542
The Michigan Parole Board will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. to consider the possible commutation of sentence for Michael Edgerton, #226542. The hearing will be conducted via video using Microsoft Teams.
Those planning to access the hearing must complete the online registration form no later than September 11, 2026. Public hearing guidelines and access information can be found here.
Michael Edgerton was sentenced to a term of 45 years to 75 years for the crime of Robbery Armed- Habitual 3rd. Michael Edgerton was sentenced on October 18, 1996, out of Allegan County.
Crissa Blankenburg, Member of the Michigan Parole Board, will conduct the hearing under the provisions of MCLA 791.244 prior to any recommendation for executive clemency by the Parole Board.
When logging into the hearing, your video camera must be turned off and audio muted to eliminate distraction during the hearing.
Please be advised that recordings, photography, or screenshots of the proceedings are prohibited.
If you are a member of the news media and have questions about the hearing, please contact Jenni Riehle, Public Information Officer at 517-241-0363.
Those planning to access the hearing must complete the online registration form no later than September 11, 2026. Public hearing guidelines and access information can be found here.
Michael Edgerton was sentenced to a term of 45 years to 75 years for the crime of Robbery Armed- Habitual 3rd. Michael Edgerton was sentenced on October 18, 1996, out of Allegan County.
Crissa Blankenburg, Member of the Michigan Parole Board, will conduct the hearing under the provisions of MCLA 791.244 prior to any recommendation for executive clemency by the Parole Board.
When logging into the hearing, your video camera must be turned off and audio muted to eliminate distraction during the hearing.
Please be advised that recordings, photography, or screenshots of the proceedings are prohibited.
If you are a member of the news media and have questions about the hearing, please contact Jenni Riehle, Public Information Officer at 517-241-0363.
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