Michigan Department of Corrections

03/24/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 03/24/2026 11:56

A public hearing to consider the possible commutation of sentence for Barbara Davis, #436879

The Michigan Parole Board will hold a public hearing on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. to consider the possible commutation of sentence for Barbara Davis, #436879. 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 April 21, 2026. Public hearing guidelines and access information can be found here.

Barbara Davis was sentenced to a term of Life for the crime of Felony Murder. Barbara Davis was sentenced on November 19, 2002, out of Wayne County.

Anthony E. O. King, 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 proceeding 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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