Two Sex Offenders Die, Sparking Parole Debate | San Jose News

Two convicted sex offenders whose parole battles ignited national debate over California’s Elderly Parole Program have died within weeks of each other — Cody Klemp, 70, and Charles Mix, 71. Klemp, who raped his niece in the 90s and had prior rape convictions, saw his parole revoked but helped shape reforms that now bar violent sex offenders from early release. Mix, sentenced for kidnapping and child rape in the early 2000s, was denied parole last fall and would’ve been eligible for another hearing in 2031. Victims’ families say their deaths bring a sense of closure and justice, even if the legal system failed them. Advocates vow to keep pushing for reform — now focused on protecting communities rather than fearing individual releases — while some see the tragic timing as a sign beyond human control. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/68e4402737d1785e