Michigan Department of Corrections
08/04/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 08/03/2026 19:38
A public hearing to consider the possible parole of Jerry Tanner, #157951
The Michigan Parole Board will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. to consider the possible parole of Jerry Tanner, #157951. 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 August 7, 2026. Public hearing guidelines and access information can be found here.
Jerry Tanner was sentenced to a term of Life for the crime of Criminal Sexual Conduct 1st Degree. Jerry Tanner was sentenced on June 20, 1979, out of Calhoun County.
Cynthia L. Garcia, Member of the Michigan Parole Board, will conduct the hearing under the provisions of the Lifer Law, MCLA 791.234.
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 August 7, 2026. Public hearing guidelines and access information can be found here.
Jerry Tanner was sentenced to a term of Life for the crime of Criminal Sexual Conduct 1st Degree. Jerry Tanner was sentenced on June 20, 1979, out of Calhoun County.
Cynthia L. Garcia, Member of the Michigan Parole Board, will conduct the hearing under the provisions of the Lifer Law, MCLA 791.234.
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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