The North Carolina Post-Release Supervision and Parole Commission has approved the parole of John Exum, who was convicted of first-degree murder in Wake County Superior Court. Exum was sentenced to life imprisonment following his conviction on June 9, 1993.
According to the Commission, Exum’s release is scheduled for December 19, 2025. The decision was made through the Mutual Agreement Parole Program (MAPP), which involves a collaborative agreement between the Commission, the State Prison System, and the offender. MAPP is designed to provide educational and vocational opportunities as part of the parole process.
Parole eligibility in this case is based on sentencing guidelines that were in effect prior to October 1, 1994. The Structured Sentencing law enacted after that date eliminated parole for crimes committed subsequently. However, the Commission remains responsible for considering parole for offenders sentenced under earlier laws.
For further information about the parole process, individuals are encouraged to contact the Parole Commission at (919) 716-3010.
