longest prison term served in us by a woman
Krenwinkel is a former member of the so-called Manson family, currently serving life in prison. (Dec. 29, 2016) Confined to a California prison since 1971, former Manson family member and convicted murderer Patricia Krenwinkel is now the longest-serving female inmate in the state's correctional system. On Thursday, the 69-year-old will have a chance at freedom when a review board considers whether to recommend her for parole.