Chapman appeared before the parole board in Attica, N.Y. Tuesday morning, a few hours later he was notified that his application was rejected. The parole board made their decision to deny parole because of the "the extreme malicious intent" Chapman showed when he shot Lennon.

Chapman was sentenced to 20 years to life for the murder of Lennon and has already served 23 years of the sentence. He is eligible for parole again in two years. 
 
 

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