Parole Board denies Carl Bork's release due to criminal history and opposition

Carl Bork faced a critical moment during his parole hearing on March 26, 2025, as the Louisiana Board of Pardons and Parole deliberated his request for early release. Bork, serving a ten-year sentence for theft of a motor vehicle and bank fraud, argued for his freedom by emphasizing his non-violent history and completion of various rehabilitation programs.

During the hearing, Bork acknowledged his past mistakes, including committing fraud to support a drug habit. He expressed confidence in his recovery, stating, “I’ve learned a lot in these classes,” and insisted he no longer posed a threat to society. However, the board members were not swayed by his claims. They noted significant opposition from law enforcement and victims, as well as Bork's incomplete prerelease programming, which is a requirement for parole consideration.

The board ultimately voted unanimously to deny Bork's parole request, citing his extensive criminal history and the fact that he had only served a little over two years of his sentence. The chair of the board, Kirk Freeman, and his colleagues emphasized the need for Bork to complete the necessary programs before reapplying for parole. Bork will remain incarcerated but has the opportunity to seek parole again after fulfilling the program requirements.