Michigan Department of Corrections

01/13/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 01/12/2026 19:42

A public hearing to consider the possible parole of Diapolis Smith, #208008

The Michigan Parole Board will hold a public hearing on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. to consider the possible parole of Diapolis Smith, #208008. 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 January 20, 2026. Public hearing guidelines and access information can be found here.

Diapolis Smith was sentenced to a term of Life for the crime of Murder 2nd Degree. Diapolis Smith was sentenced on November 29, 1993, out of Kent County.

Aaron Dungy, 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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