Susan Smith To Argue For Parole Based On Good Conduct

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Susan Smith, who has been incarcerated for the past thirty years for the tragic drowning deaths of her two young sons, is reportedly preparing to present her mostly positive conduct record at her upcoming parole hearing.

According to a family member, Smith is optimistic about the possibility of being granted parole in the next two months and is placing her hopes on a favorable outcome at the hearing.

Smith intends to argue that her upbringing in a sexually abusive household left her with a different moral compass due to the trauma she endured.

Furthermore, she plans to assert that in 1994, when she allowed her car to roll into a lake with her sons inside, she was suffering from an undiagnosed mental illness at the time.

Claims traumatic upbringing and undiagnosed mental illness led to tragic events.

Smith optimistic about parole after presenting positive conduct record.

Smith diagnosed with dependent personality disorder during trial.

During her trial, a defense psychologist diagnosed Smith with dependent personality disorder, a condition characterized by a strong need for others to take responsibility for important aspects of their life.

Smith has maintained that the tragic events were not premeditated and that she was not in her right mind that night.

Despite her prison record showing instances of misconduct, including drug possession and self-harm, Smith claims she has made positive changes during her incarceration, holding a steady job and avoiding disciplinary issues since 2015.

However, one of the prison guards with whom Smith had a sexual relationship while incarcerated has expressed opposition to her release, citing her history of illegal activities.

David Smith, the father of the deceased children, plans to oppose Susan's release at the parole hearing, emphasizing the impact of her actions on the victims.

Susan Smith's case gained national attention when she initially claimed her children had been abducted by a Black man, only to later confess to their drowning.

Convicted of murder, Smith was sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole after thirty years.

As the parole hearing approaches, Smith continues to assert that she has changed and is no longer a threat to society, expressing her desire to be released and live a normal life.