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During the sentencing hearing, Parker wept and expressed remorse during his apology for his part in the killings. He was sentenced to 25 years with a possibility of parole after 16. After serving his first sixteen years in prison, Parker elected to bid for parole in 2019. Despite being a model inmate in exceptionally good standing, he voluntarily withdrew his bid upon hearing that friends and family of the victims were pained by the thought of an early release.