Sherri Dally’s tragic murder continues to resonate in American consciousness as her love triangle with Michael Dally, Diana Haun and others play out. Here’s some more insight into their current circumstances – both individuals are serving life without parole sentences at this point in time.
Michael Dally Is Currently Held Behind Bars Since his conviction for murdering Sherri Dally, Michael Dally has been held at California Health Care Facility in Stockton – which offers specialized healthcare while operating with minimum security measures.
Michael Dally maintains his innocence despite having been found guilty following a two-month-long trial and submitted his Clemency Application in 2018. Unfortunately, no updates on progress information can be given at this time; nonetheless Michael remains defiantly determined in seeking absolution for all fault in her untimely demise.
Diana Haun’s Prison Life
Diana Haun, who was found guilty in 1997 for multiple offenses including murder and kidnapping as well as conspiracy, is serving her sentence at California Institution for Women- Riverside County which offers medium to low levels of security.
Failure to Appeal and Lifetime Incarceration.
Diana Haun filed an appeal in 2000 arguing that testimony regarding an affair she was engaged in and accusations of witchcraft compromised the proceedings at her trial, yet unfortunately was unsuccessful and is currently serving her life sentence.
Rememorating Sherri Daley
Sherri Dally’s murder had wide-reaching ramifications both personally and community-wide. After being left without both parents, her sons filed suit against Diana for $6.4 million damages; it remains uncertain if all this amount can be collected due to Diana using much of her annuity money and legal expenses to defend herself in court proceedings.
On Friday night, NBC Dateline will offer an in-depth investigation of Sherri Dally’s murder by including investigative reporting, interviews and analysis that may offer new insight and ignite further conversations around this horrific act of violence.
Michael Dally and Diana Haun are serving life sentences for the horrific crime committed against Sherri Dally despite pleas for mercy from victims, serving as a reminder of their terrible acts and of the need to bring about justice for these horrific victims.
