Nevada Parole Board to Consider Release of Former Raiders Player Henry Ruggs

Former Las Vegas Raiders receiver Henry Ruggs III appeared before the Nevada Board of Parole Commissioners on May 11, 2026, as the board considers whether to release him from prison.

Ruggs, 27, appeared via video conferencing from the Northern Nevada Correctional Center in Carson City. According to an amended agenda, he was listed as one of the individuals being considered for release.

A decision regarding his parole is expected on June 11. The parole board is composed of seven commissioners and Ruggs requires the approval of four members to secure his release. Only commissioners Sandy Schmitt and Lamicia Bailey attended the hearings on May 11, while the remaining five commissioners are expected to review the provided information.

Legal Background and Sentencing

The parole consideration follows a deadly car crash on Nov. 2, 2021, in Las Vegas. The collision resulted in the death of 23-year-old Tina Tintor and her dog, Max.

Investigation into the crash revealed that Ruggs was driving at speeds of up to 156 mph. At the time of the accident, his blood alcohol content was 0.161, which is more than twice the legal limit in Nevada.

In May 2023, Ruggs pleaded guilty to misdemeanor vehicular manslaughter and felony DUI causing death. He was subsequently sentenced to a prison term of three to 10 years.

Parole Hearing Testimony

During the May 11 hearing, Ruggs addressed the commissioners regarding the impact of his actions.

“I know I can never alleviate the pain I have caused,” Ruggs said.

His attorney, David Chesnoff, also provided a statement to the board, noting that he had not chosen to speak before at a parole hearing in his 45-year career.

“I have heartfelt feelings that releasing Henry will be the right thing to do and a service to a lot of people moving forward,” Chesnoff told the commissioners.

The hearing occurred nearly a year after Ruggs spoke at a Hope For Prisoners event in Las Vegas on June 17, 2025.