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On January 13, 2026, Daniel was transferred out of MCFP Springfield and placed in the Federal Transfer Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Three days later, he was returned to FCI Englewood. <ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/Daniellarson/comments/1qc0sm0/update/</ref> He had court hearings on January 22 and February 3, 2026 on his competency. Speedy trial calculations ended on February 9, 2026, and on March 3, 2026, Daniel was deemed competent to stand trial, though shortly thereafter on March 20, 2026, Daniel took a plea from the government, and a change of plea hearing was held on April 9, 2026. Daniel pled guilty to the threat he made toward [[Daniel MacDougall]]. <ref>https://larsonleak.net/leakweek/sentencing</ref> The remaining six charges were dropped, and he was sentenced on July 21, 2026. | On January 13, 2026, Daniel was transferred out of MCFP Springfield and placed in the Federal Transfer Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Three days later, he was returned to FCI Englewood. <ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/Daniellarson/comments/1qc0sm0/update/</ref> He had court hearings on January 22 and February 3, 2026 on his competency. Speedy trial calculations ended on February 9, 2026, and on March 3, 2026, Daniel was deemed competent to stand trial, though shortly thereafter on March 20, 2026, Daniel took a plea from the government, and a change of plea hearing was held on April 9, 2026. Daniel pled guilty to the threat he made toward [[Daniel MacDougall]]. <ref>https://larsonleak.net/leakweek/sentencing</ref> The remaining six charges were dropped, and he was sentenced on July 21, 2026. | ||
On July 22, 2026, Daniel was released from prison after being sentenced to time served,<ref>https://x.com/flexburgerr/status/2079647654427185297</ref> ending the Second Jail Arc. | |||
This is one of the most significant events in Daniel's life, considering he was at risk of being imprisoned for up to 65 years if found guilty on all charges, or be institutionalized for the rest of his life. Many saw this as the final blow, with his [[Plot Armor|plot armor]] truly breaking. It has also become the most publicized aspect of Daniel's life thus far, as multiple social media accounts and news articles have covered the situation as it unfolded.<ref>[[Daniel in the media]]</ref> The Second Jail Arc was also the longest duration of Daniel being incarcerated, lasting over two years. | |||
==Background== | ==Background== | ||
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==The Charges== | ==The Charges== | ||
Daniel faced serious | Daniel faced serious federal charges. Initially, he was facing six counts of "Use or Threatened Use of Explosive" and one count of "Interstate Communication of Threats." Each "Use or Threatened Use of Explosive," charge carries a maximum penalty of 10 years in federal prison. The "Interstate Communication of Threats" charge could add an additional five years.<ref>https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/18/844#:~:text=Whoever%20transports%20or%20receives%2C%20or,or%20personal%20property%2C%20shall%20be</ref><ref>[https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/18/875#:~:text=(c)-,Whoever%20transmits%20in%20interstate%20or%20foreign%20commerce%20any%20communication%20containing,than%20five%20years%2C%20or%20both. https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/18/875#:~:text=(c)-,Whoever%20transmits%20in%20interstate%20or%20foreign%20commerce%20any%20communication%20containing,than%20five%20years%2C%20or%20both.]</ref> Based on all seven charges, the maximum jail time that Daniel could face was 65 years in prison. | ||
On April 9, 2026, the six "Use or Threatened Use of Explosive" charges were dropped, with the remaining charge being "Interstate Communication of Threats". <gallery caption="Daniel's full indictment"> | On April 9, 2026, the six "Use or Threatened Use of Explosive" charges were dropped, with the remaining charge being "Interstate Communication of Threats". <gallery caption="Daniel's full indictment"> | ||
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On May 10, just before Daniel's court hearing, documents were found that detailed how Daniel's public defender, Jared Scott Westbroek, had introduced motion for Daniel's immediate release. However, this motion, along with one filed the day before, was denied by the judge. | On May 10, just before Daniel's court hearing, documents were found that detailed how Daniel's public defender, Jared Scott Westbroek, had introduced motion for Daniel's immediate release. However, this motion, along with one filed the day before, was denied by the judge. | ||
These documents requested that Daniel be outfitted with an ankle tracker and placed under mandatory mental health treatment if released. This document also mentions placing Daniel in a halfway house, where he would presumably stay if he were to be released from jail | These documents requested that Daniel be outfitted with an ankle tracker and placed under mandatory mental health treatment if released. This document also mentions placing Daniel in a halfway house, where he would presumably stay if he were to be released from jail at the time. | ||
The motion was never resolved. | |||
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[[File:BobClarkText2.png|left|thumb|"Nothing was accomplished."|286x286px]][[File:NotGuilty.png|thumb|TLDR; He's not getting out. ]]Daniel appeared in court for an arraignment on May 10, 2024, and pleaded not guilty to all charges. Due to his not guilty plea, Daniel was not released from jail. Daniel was given a new trial date, set for July 15, which was stated in the Order of Detention following the trial. According to Bob, Daniel stated that "nothing was accomplished" following the conclusion of the hearing. | [[File:BobClarkText2.png|left|thumb|"Nothing was accomplished."|286x286px]][[File:NotGuilty.png|thumb|TLDR; He's not getting out. ]]Daniel appeared in court for an arraignment on May 10, 2024, and pleaded not guilty to all charges. Due to his not guilty plea, Daniel was not released from jail. Daniel was given a new trial date, set for July 15, which was stated in the Order of Detention following the trial. According to Bob, Daniel stated that "nothing was accomplished" following the conclusion of the hearing. | ||
In texts to Clark, Bob tells him that he would be held until a mental health evaluation was conducted (which Daniel | In texts to Clark, Bob tells him that he would be held until a mental health evaluation was conducted (which Daniel failed). Additionally, Bob states that Daniel says the "appearance got leaked," although it is unclear as to what Daniel meant by this. | ||
==== Order of detention ==== | ==== Order of detention ==== | ||
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=== September 7 Clark communication === | === September 7 Clark communication === | ||
On September 7, 2024, Clark [[Jail Communications#September 7|called]] Daniel for the first time in nearly 4 months. Daniel | On September 7, 2024, Clark [[Jail Communications#September 7|called]] Daniel for the first time in nearly 4 months. Daniel seemed to have forgotten nearly everything they had discussed in their last call, amplified by delusions of being in contact with the VanderWaal family. Daniel also divulged details of his current legal situation, most notably that he was going to be transferred to a psychiatric facility in a different state sometime in the near future, and that he had been in protective custody for up to 2 months at that point. | ||
===September 25 report & transfer request === | ===September 25 report & transfer request === | ||
A report was filed on September 25 by Daniel's attorney, Jared Westbroek. He demanded that Daniel be transferred to a psychiatric facility within a week and that the court receive his evaluation by November 25, with the case to be dismissed if neither happened.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/Daniellarson/comments/1fpvbx0/pacer_update_daniels_attorney_is_making_demands/#lightbox</ref> Daniel's attorney believed that he had been in prison for longer than he needed to be. The reason for this is that, at the time, mental health facilities in the area did not have any beds available. <ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/Daniellarson/comments/1fpylr0/the_most_recent_update_on_his_case_from_pacer/</ref> | A report was filed on September 25 by Daniel's attorney, Jared Westbroek. He demanded that Daniel be transferred to a psychiatric facility within a week and that the court receive his evaluation by November 25, with the case to be dismissed if neither happened.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/Daniellarson/comments/1fpvbx0/pacer_update_daniels_attorney_is_making_demands/#lightbox</ref> Daniel's attorney believed that he had been in prison for longer than he needed to be. The reason for this is that, at the time, mental health facilities in the area did not have any beds available. <ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/Daniellarson/comments/1fpylr0/the_most_recent_update_on_his_case_from_pacer/</ref> | ||
On October 3, 2024, the court responded to this request, stating that his four-month evaluation period | On October 3, 2024, the court responded to this request, stating that his four-month evaluation period would begin in December. <ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/Daniellarson/comments/1fvn22q/court_update_10324/</ref> He would also be moved to Springfield, Missouri, that month, and be re-evaluated in April 2025. <ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/Daniellarson/comments/1fy96ar/when_the_beast_is_released_what_will_wehe_do/</ref> However, staff in Daniel's prison said that he would not be transferred anytime soon, as he was not even on the list and there were no beds available. If he was not transferred to Springfield by December 31, 2024, the case would be dismissed, resulting in Daniel's release. <ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/Daniellarson/comments/1gfrzu3/1030_sippy_cup_live_wmr_president_call/</ref> | ||
===Canceled & future hearings=== | ===Canceled & future hearings=== | ||
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=== December 27 Transfer === | === December 27 Transfer === | ||
On December 27, 2024, Daniel was found to be back in BOP custody. He was transferred to the [[wikipedia:United_States_Medical_Center_for_Federal_Prisoners|United States Medical Center for Federal Prisoners]], also known as MCFP Springfield. He was sent to Springfield with the intention of getting a mental health evaluation | On December 27, 2024, Daniel was found to be back in BOP custody. He was transferred to the [[wikipedia:United_States_Medical_Center_for_Federal_Prisoners|United States Medical Center for Federal Prisoners]], also known as MCFP Springfield. He was sent to Springfield with the intention of getting a mental health evaluation, and would remain there until January 2026. | ||
=== Motion to Unseal Grand Jury Records === | === Motion to Unseal Grand Jury Records === | ||
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On September 8, 2025, Judge Regina M. Rodriguez scheduled a court hearing for September 18, 2025, with Daniel to appear virtually, and his attorney to appear in person. The psychiatric report from August 22, 2025, stated that Daniel remained incompetent to stand trial after three assessments. The purpose of the upcoming hearing is to determine the next steps for Daniel. <ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/Daniellarson/comments/1nclpqs/daniels_first_hearing_in_16_months/</ref> This is Daniel's first court hearing since May 1, 2024. | On September 8, 2025, Judge Regina M. Rodriguez scheduled a court hearing for September 18, 2025, with Daniel to appear virtually, and his attorney to appear in person. The psychiatric report from August 22, 2025, stated that Daniel remained incompetent to stand trial after three assessments. The purpose of the upcoming hearing is to determine the next steps for Daniel. <ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/Daniellarson/comments/1nclpqs/daniels_first_hearing_in_16_months/</ref> This is Daniel's first court hearing since May 1, 2024. | ||
The hearing took place on September 18, 2025, and the court placed the case on hold for an independent competency evaluation. Once that | The hearing took place on September 18, 2025, and the court placed the case on hold for an independent competency evaluation. Once that was completed, the court determined whether to do another round of restoration or pursue civil commitment. <ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/Daniellarson/comments/1nknlpe/update_from_daniels_hearing_today/</ref> The evaluation ended in early November, and in December, his attorney objected to his continued incarceration. | ||
=== Q1 2026 Transfer & Court Hearings === | === Q1 2026 Transfer & Court Hearings === | ||
[[File:Kaitlyn Hanson pic.png|left|thumb|208x208px|Dr. Katlyn Hanson of Springfield, MO, the lead person in charge of evaluating and monitoring Daniel.]] | [[File:Kaitlyn Hanson pic.png|left|thumb|208x208px|Dr. Katlyn Hanson of Springfield, MO, the lead person in charge of evaluating and monitoring Daniel.]] | ||
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Another hearing occurred on February 3, 2026, during which Dr. Mark Mills, another forensic psychiatrist, testified. Judge Regina M. Rodriguez was expected to issue a written ruling about Daniel's competency within the following week.<ref>https://x.com/flexburgerr/status/2018767031806697825</ref> A follower somehow entered the courtroom and claimed that Daniel's looks have changed, specifically that he gained weight, was very calm and composed, and his hair was slightly longer. They were removed from the courtroom prior to proceedings. <ref>https://larsonleak.net/leakweek/february26</ref> The speedy trial calculations were submitted on February 9, 2026, with 57 days remaining at the time. <ref>https://larsonleak.net/leakweek/feb10</ref> | Another hearing occurred on February 3, 2026, during which Dr. Mark Mills, another forensic psychiatrist, testified. Judge Regina M. Rodriguez was expected to issue a written ruling about Daniel's competency within the following week.<ref>https://x.com/flexburgerr/status/2018767031806697825</ref> A follower somehow entered the courtroom and claimed that Daniel's looks have changed, specifically that he gained weight, was very calm and composed, and his hair was slightly longer. They were removed from the courtroom prior to proceedings. <ref>https://larsonleak.net/leakweek/february26</ref> The speedy trial calculations were submitted on February 9, 2026, with 57 days remaining at the time. <ref>https://larsonleak.net/leakweek/feb10</ref> | ||
Additional witnesses were to testify for the hearing, however after the February 3 hearing, the hearing was concluded and these witnesses did not provide testimony. The witnesses were [[Bob Proctor]]; Greg Suarez, CEO of Golden Fiduciary and trustee for [[Nancy Shimer]]'s trust; Mandi Doryland, a Highlands Ranch based counselor who likely previously worked with Daniel; [[Case Managers|Ian Thomson, CEO of Daniel's caretaker company and former case manager; Jodie Marquez, operations director for Roundup Fellowship and an additional case manager]]; Alicia Cho, a psychiatric expert; and [[Tiffany|Tiffany Montano]], Daniel's former therapist. <ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/Daniellarson/comments/1qks518/bob_just_testified_against_me/</ref> <ref>https://larsonleak.net/leakweek/hearing</ref> | Additional witnesses were set to testify for the hearing, however after the February 3 hearing, the hearing was concluded and these witnesses did not provide testimony. The witnesses were [[Bob Proctor]]; Greg Suarez, CEO of Golden Fiduciary and trustee for [[Nancy Shimer]]'s trust; Mandi Doryland, a Highlands Ranch based counselor who likely previously worked with Daniel; [[Case Managers|Ian Thomson, CEO of Daniel's caretaker company and former case manager; Jodie Marquez, operations director for Roundup Fellowship and an additional case manager]]; Alicia Cho, a psychiatric expert; and [[Tiffany|Tiffany Montano]], Daniel's former therapist. <ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/Daniellarson/comments/1qks518/bob_just_testified_against_me/</ref> <ref>https://larsonleak.net/leakweek/hearing</ref> | ||
=== March 2026 Competency Ruling & New Attorney === | === March 2026 Competency Ruling & New Attorney === | ||
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=== Plea Agreement and Hearing === | === Plea Agreement and Hearing === | ||
On March 20, 2026, Daniel reached a plea agreement with the government. As a result, the case | On March 20, 2026, Daniel reached a plea agreement with the government. As a result, the case did not go to trial. <ref>https://larsonleak.net/leakweek/daniel-reaches-plea-agreement-with-the-government</ref> Under the agreement, he is expected to face a sentence of 27 to 33 months in prison, with credit for the 23 months already served. The deal also includes a fine ranging from $10,000 to $95,000 and one to three years of supervised release, subject to conditions. | ||
Daniel had a change of plea hearing on April 9, 2026. Daniel plead guilty to the charge involving MacDougall, and he | Daniel had a change of plea hearing on April 9, 2026. Daniel plead guilty to the charge involving MacDougall, and he would be sentenced on July 21, 2026. <ref>https://x.com/flexburgerr/status/2042370418200232070</ref> The remaining six charges against him were dismissed as part of the agreement. <ref>https://larsonleak.net/leakweek/sentencing</ref> Daniel also consented to the disposal of his phone, which had been held as evidence. Chad Oxman is Daniel's new legal guardian. | ||
During the proceedings, Judge Regina M. Rodriguez reviewed the legal process in detail to ensure Daniel understood, to which he repeatedly responded with "yes, your honor". Judge Rodriguez asked standard biographical questions, including his name, age, and educational background. Daniel stated that he had completed "high school and some college," with his field of study as "music." When asked where he attended school, he responded, "uh… UC… LA Film School," referencing the fake [[UCLA Arc|UCLA classes.]] | During the proceedings, Judge Regina M. Rodriguez reviewed the legal process in detail to ensure Daniel understood, to which he repeatedly responded with "yes, your honor". Judge Rodriguez asked standard biographical questions, including his name, age, and educational background. Daniel stated that he had completed "high school and some college," with his field of study as "music." When asked where he attended school, he responded, "uh… UC… LA Film School," referencing the fake [[UCLA Arc|UCLA classes.]] | ||
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During the hearing, judge Rodriguez supposedly gave Daniel a motivational speech about making change and progress. Daniel was also set to be chaperoned in public. Alongside that, 20 or so law students were also present for the hearing.<ref>https://larsonleak.net/leakweek/live-updates-daniel-larson-final-sentencing</ref> | During the hearing, judge Rodriguez supposedly gave Daniel a motivational speech about making change and progress. Daniel was also set to be chaperoned in public. Alongside that, 20 or so law students were also present for the hearing.<ref>https://larsonleak.net/leakweek/live-updates-daniel-larson-final-sentencing</ref> | ||
On July 22, 2026, Daniel was released from custody. | On July 22, 2026, Daniel was officially released from custody. | ||
==External Links== | ==External Links== | ||