Beate Zschäpe will remain in prison at least until 2035

Updated 2026-10-29 · told from many outlets at once

Beate Zschäpe was convicted of a life sentence for NSU murders and explosive attacks and must remain in custody until at least 2035. The Munich Higher Regional Court set a 24-year minimum sentence, stating guilt severity barred early release.

• The court ruled that Beate Zschäpe must remain in custody until at least 2035.
• The Munich Higher Regional Court set the minimum sentence duration at 24 years.
• Zschäpe was convicted of a life sentence for her role in the NSU murders and explosive attacks.
• The Munich Higher Regional Court ruling is not yet legally binding.
• Zschäpe was placed in pre-trial detention in November 2011.

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