‘Be PROUD of Your Son.’ — Louisiana Board Moves to Release Jeremy Woods After 21 Years

After serving 21 years, Jeremy Woods appears before the Louisiana Parole Board.
He acknowledges his crime, expresses remorse, and presents a strong re-entry plan supported by his son, siblings, and extended family.

Board members highlight his clean disciplinary record, extensive rehabilitation programs, and powerful family support:

“You should be VERY proud of your son — that is a fine young man.”


Despite law enforcement opposition, the board unanimously grants parole, with conditions:

Approved residence with sex-offender restrictions

8PM–6AM curfew

Mental health evaluation

No contact with victim or victim’s family

Supervised contact only with minors

2️⃣ Joseph Smith — Attempted Second-Degree Murder (Parole DENIED)

The hearing takes a dark turn as Smith recounts killing and sexually assaulting his mother.
Victim family members and the District Attorney deliver emotional, graphic opposition:

“He strangled and beat his mother, then sodomized her after she was dead.”
— Assistant DA


Board member’s direct question cuts through the courtroom:

“Why did you kill her?”


Smith provides no meaningful explanation, and the board votes unanimously to deny based on:

Severity of crime

Extensive victim opposition

Law enforcement opposition

49 disciplinary write-ups (even if old)

Mental-health concerns

3️⃣ Tony Winbush — Aggravated Burglary (Parole GRANTED)

Winbush, a third-felony offender, receives careful review.
Board members question parts of his story but ultimately credit:

Completion of literacy and rehabilitative programs

Stable re-entry plan with housing & employment

Limited recent disciplinary issues

Parole is granted with conditions, including:

Curfew

Completion of Victim Accountability Letter course

This video reveals the full emotional range of Louisiana parole hearings — mercy, outrage, confrontation, reform, and the lasting impact of violent crime.

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