Jackson family no longer seeking $100 million in restitution from Conrad Murray

Gina DiFalco
Dr. Conrad Murray sits in court during his trial in the death of pop star Michael Jackson in Los Angeles on October 7, 2011. UPI/Mario Anzuoni/pool

Michael Jackson’s family has withdrawn request for restitution in the case of Conrad Murray, who was convicted of killing the late King of Pop.

On Wednesday, prosecutors decided to pull out of their request of payments, mere days ahead of a judge determining the amount Conrad would have to pay Jackson’s family.

Jackson’s parents, Katherine and Joe Jackson, spoke with Deputy District Attorney David Walgren about withdrawing from restitution, The New York Daily News reports.

Walgren also convened with an attorney for the Jackson’s estate and a court-appointed attorney who represents the interests of the singer’s three children.

Prosecutors were seeking $100 million from Murray for Jackson’s family, an amount of money that Murray simply does not have. The Jackson family came to the realization that Murray would likely never be able to pay.

Los Angeles District Attorney's Office spokeswoman Jane Robison told E! News, "We informed Judge Pastor that the Jackson family is not seeking restitution and asked that the matter be taken off the calendar.”

Murray has had his medical license taken away in the state of California, and he is currently serving a four-year prison sentence in the death of Jackson.

Although Murray has caught a break in the withdrawl of restitution, Joe Jackson has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the disgraced doctor which could result in a monetary payout.

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