A Los Angeles judge resentenced Lyle and Erik Menendez to life with the possibility of parole, which could lead to their freedom after decades in prison.

After more than three decades behind bars, Lyle and Erik Menendez — convicted in 1996 for the shotgun murders of their parents — have been resentenced to 50 years to life, making them eligible for parole.

The Menendez Brothers’ sentence was reduced from life without parole to 50 years to life, making both Erik and Lyle Menendez eligible for parole consideration. According to Deadline, the decision came from Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Michael Jesic,

Due to changes in California law, the Menendez brothers, who are now in their 50s, are eligible to apply for parole

The brothers' uphill battle to regain their freedom returns to court Friday as the court hears why the defense believes DA Nathan Hochman's bias against them means he needs to go.

Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman has filed a formal opposition to the motion by Erik and Lyle Menendez seeking to recuse his office from their pending resentencing proceedings.