Michigan Department of Corrections
11/01/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/31/2026 19:15
A public hearing to consider the possible commutation of sentence for Melaney Byrd, #236846
The Michigan Parole Board will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, December 1, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. to consider the possible commutation of sentence for Melaney Byrd, #236846. 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 November 27, 2026. Instructions for accessing the public hearing can be found here.
Melaney Byrd was sentenced to two terms of Life for the crimes of Murder 1st Degree and Assault with Intent to Murder. Melaney Byrd was sentenced on April 25, 1994, out of Wayne County.
Colin Riehl, 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 November 27, 2026. Instructions for accessing the public hearing can be found here.
Melaney Byrd was sentenced to two terms of Life for the crimes of Murder 1st Degree and Assault with Intent to Murder. Melaney Byrd was sentenced on April 25, 1994, out of Wayne County.
Colin Riehl, 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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