A new sentencing hearing for brothers Lyle and Erik Menendez in the killing of their parents has been delayed for nearly two months because of Southern California’s wildfires.

Lyle and Erik Menendez are due in court in Los Angeles on Monday, and the interest is so intense a lottery is being held to determine which 16 spectators will get to witness the proceeding.

Erik and Lyle Menendez are 'grateful for the support' as they 'cautiously' await resentencing decision, their family members say.