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| issue = '''Do NOT attempt | | issue = '''Do NOT attempt to contact anyone involved in the investigation against Daniel OR contact Daniel while he is in custody'''. Individuals associated with Daniel, notably '''[[Management]]''', have been investigated by law enforcement due to their involvement with Daniel. Furthermore, letters that are sent to Daniel '''will''' be read and logged by the federal authorities. And finally, due to the continued habit of people interfering with Daniel's court proceedings, we have received even less information about Daniel and his status. Bear this in mind and keep yourself safe. | ||
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}} {{Quote|I'm on the bus now to Boulder Colorado||author=[[Daniel]]'s last Community Tab post before his arrest}}[[File:DanielMugshot4.png|thumb|Why the long face? ]] | }}{{PleaseSpreadTheMessage|While Daniel’s court hearings are public, they are a serious matter and are often restricted due to his severe mental health issues. '''DO NOT try to go to the courthouse or attempt to get inside when Daniel has a hearing.''' Daniel can recognize when someone is a follower and not apart of his case. Unless you are directly involved in the investigation against Daniel, do not interfere with court proceedings. }}{{Quote|I'm on the bus now to Boulder Colorado||author=[[Daniel]]'s last Community Tab post before his arrest}}[[File:DanielMugshot4.png|thumb|Why the long face? ]] | ||
On '''April 30, 2024,''' [[Daniel|Daniel Larson]] was [[Daniel and the Law|'''arrested''']] and taken into custody at the Jefferson County Detention Facility. At the time of his arrest, the charges against him were undisclosed, with the listed reason being "courtesy housing for another agency." The following day, Daniel was transferred to the Clear Creek County Jail, where his mugshot was taken shortly after. | On '''April 30, 2024,''' [[Daniel|Daniel Larson]] was [[Daniel and the Law|'''arrested''']] and taken into custody at the Jefferson County Detention Facility. At the time of his arrest, the charges against him were undisclosed, with the listed reason being "courtesy housing for another agency." The following day, Daniel was transferred to the Clear Creek County Jail, where his mugshot was taken shortly after. | ||
It was initially believed that Daniel's arrest was related to multiple probation violations, as in the days leading up to his arrest, Daniel [[Buffalo Wild Wings ejection|defrauded a Buffalo Wild Wings]], and admitted to viewing [[Pedophilia|exploitive material of children]].<ref>[[:File:Daniels Admission.png]]</ref> However, according to a subsequent call made to his manager, [[Clark]], Daniel was arrested for several terroristic threats he had made over the past year at the time. These claims were later backed by documents that revealed that Daniel had been charged with seven counts of uttering threats, with a potential maximum sentence of 65 years if convicted on all counts. | |||
This was the fifth time Daniel had been arrested in 2024 alone, with the most recent occurring [[April 2nd Arrest| | This was the fifth time Daniel had been arrested in 2024 alone, with the most recent occurring [[April 2nd Arrest|just four weeks earlier]]. Unlike previous arrests, Daniel is ineligible for bond, and given the severity of the charges, there is a possibility he will never be granted bond. | ||
At the time of Daniel's arrest, it was believed that his manager, [[Clark]], had been apprehended by authorities at his job due to his association with Daniel over the previous 10 months. However, it was soon revealed that Clark and members of Daniel's [[management]] were investigated by authorities who sought information about threats Daniel had made. Afterward, Clark officially resigned from being Daniel's manager and admitted to lying about his entire existence to him. This aforementioned call was speculated to have been the last contact Daniel had with the outside world, but this would soon be proven false, as Clark continued to communicate with him months later | At the time of Daniel's arrest, it was believed that his manager, [[Clark]], had been apprehended by authorities at his job due to his association with Daniel over the previous 10 months. However, it was soon revealed that Clark and members of Daniel's [[management]] were investigated by authorities who sought information about threats Daniel had made. Afterward, Clark officially resigned from being Daniel's manager and admitted to lying about his entire existence to him. This aforementioned call was speculated to have been the last contact Daniel had with the outside world, but this would soon be proven false, as Clark continued to communicate with him months later. | ||
Following this, Daniel's contact with the outside world | Following this, Daniel's contact with the outside world was through sporadic phone correspondence, which was suspended for nearly four months until September. During this time, Daniel befriended [[Lil Sippy]] over the phone after he sent him a letter. He was in contact with [[Lil Sippy]] and [[Clark]] while in FCI Englewood through phone calls, emails, and letters. During his two brief stays at two correctional facilities in Oklahoma, he was in touch with [[Clark]] via phone calls. However, since his transfer to MCFP Springfield in late December 2024, communications have been strictly through letters, although it appears that all communications have ceased permanently. <ref>https://www.reddit.com/media?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpreview.redd.it%2Fwhen-did-this-happen-v0-9y2z539h55df1.jpeg%3Fwidth%3D1125%26format%3Dpjpg%26auto%3Dwebp%26s%3Ddbff3157e15224b80753d2ed6d9eed7429966115</ref> | ||
On May 31, 2024, Daniel was transferred to [[wikipedia:Federal_Correctional_Institution,_Englewood|Englewood Federal Correctional Institution]]. He was held in a mental health facility for evaluation and was ordered to be institutionalized on July 19 after being found incompetent to stand trial. | On May 31, 2024, Daniel was transferred to [[wikipedia:Federal_Correctional_Institution,_Englewood|Englewood Federal Correctional Institution]]. He was held in a mental health facility for evaluation and was ordered to be institutionalized on July 19 after being found incompetent to stand trial. | ||
On December 6, 2024, Daniel informed [[Lil Sippy]] that he was to be transferred to the United States Medical Center for Federal Prisoners | On December 6, 2024, Daniel informed [[Lil Sippy]] that he was scheduled to be transferred to the United States Medical Center for Federal Prisoners (MCFP Springfield) in the following week. He was released from Englewood four days later and was transferred to [[wikipedia:Cimarron_Correctional_Facility|Cimarron Correctional Facility]] in Oklahoma, where he stayed for two weeks. On Christmas Eve, he was transferred to Grady County Detention Center for unknown reasons, and three days later was transferred to MCFP Springfield for further mental health evaluation. Daniel underwent several competency restoration and mental health evaluation processes since his incarceration at MCFP Springfield, and stayed there throughout 2025. The most recent one concluded in November 2025. | ||
This is one of the most significant events in Daniel's life, considering that he is currently at risk of being imprisoned for up to 65 years if found guilty on all charges, or possibly see himself institutionalized for the rest of his life. Many see 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 is the longest | 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 a 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. He is now awaiting trial, which is scheduled for April 20, 2026. It remains uncertain whether Daniel will continue to be institutionalized or be released. A pretrial hearing is set for April 9, 2026. | ||
This is one of the most significant events in Daniel's life, considering that he is currently at risk of being imprisoned for up to 65 years if found guilty on all charges, or possibly see himself institutionalized for the rest of his life. Many see 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 is the longest duration of Daniel being incarcerated. | |||
As of {{#time: F j, Y|Now}}, Daniel still remains in custody. | As of {{#time: F j, Y|Now}}, Daniel still remains in custody. | ||
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==Background== | ==Background== | ||
[[File:DanielArrestWarrent.png|thumb|Warrant for Daniel's arrest. |383x383px]] | [[File:DanielArrestWarrent.png|thumb|Warrant for Daniel's arrest. |383x383px]] | ||
During the summer of 2023, | During the summer of 2023, Secret Service agent [[Daniel MacDougall]] began investigating Daniel following several terroristic threats, namely one in which he threatened to blow up the White House. This threat in particular came right on the heels of Daniel having had a [[7/11 incident|destructive meltdown]] in a Walmart after having his [[Dog Arc|dog]] taken from him. Following this, Daniel would have multiple meetings with MacDougall, including one notable encounter where he met with MacDougall and an associate of his.<ref>https://archive.org/details/p1Kq9L756V8</ref>[[File:DanielLastpost.png|left|thumb|Daniel's last post before his well-deserved arrest. ]]Despite repeated warnings from a legitimate Secret Service agent to cease making threats against people, businesses, and government agencies, Daniel continued to make such threats, even making threats directed against MacDougall.<ref>[[April 6th Meltdown]]</ref> As a result, a case was built against Daniel, which eventually led to his arrest. Law enforcement interrogated both Clark, his then-manager, and members of Daniel's management to verify the threats he had made over the years. These testimonies provided the final pieces of evidence necessary for Daniel's arrest. | ||
On April 25, 2024, a warrant was issued for Daniel's arrest. This was thought to be due to Daniel having violated his probation multiple times, even before the issuing of said warrant. This notion was only exacerbated by the fact that only two days after this warrant was issued, he was [[List of places that have banned Daniel|kicked out]] of a Pumphouse restaurant by authorities on April 27, 2024,<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/Daniellarson/comments/1cgq1rg/footage_of_the_pumphouse_incident/</ref> defrauded a [[Buffalo Wild Wings ejection|Buffalo Wild Wings]] the next day, and on his YouTube community tab, claimed to have viewed illegal material of children.<ref>[[:File:Daniels Admission.png]]</ref> [[File:April30thBookingInfo.png|thumb|"Ladies and gentlemen, we got him."|left|372x372px]] | On April 25, 2024, a warrant was issued for Daniel's arrest. This was thought to be due to Daniel having violated his probation multiple times, even before the issuing of said warrant. This notion was only exacerbated by the fact that only two days after this warrant was issued, he was [[List of places that have banned Daniel|kicked out]] of a Pumphouse restaurant by authorities on April 27, 2024,<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/Daniellarson/comments/1cgq1rg/footage_of_the_pumphouse_incident/</ref> defrauded a [[Buffalo Wild Wings ejection|Buffalo Wild Wings]] the next day, and on his YouTube community tab, claimed to have viewed illegal material of children.<ref>[[:File:Daniels Admission.png]]</ref> [[File:April30thBookingInfo.png|thumb|"Ladies and gentlemen, we got him."|left|372x372px]] | ||
On the evening of April 29, Daniel became inactive on all of his [[Social Media Accounts|social media accounts]], with his last post stating that he was on | On the evening of April 29, Daniel became inactive on all of his [[Social Media Accounts|social media accounts]], with his last post stating that he was on a bus returning to Boulder. The following morning, he posted on TikTok that he was on his way to the probation meeting, which would be his last social media post before his arrest. | ||
Daniel is well known for making terroristic threats via social media and is speculated to have made over 100 of these threats since 2021. This habit of making threats appeared to escalate in the months leading up to his arrest. A prime example of this trend can be seen in the [[April 6th Meltdown]], in which Daniel repeated the phrase "bomb you!" and "kill you!" threatening to vandalize several government buildings. Even more, in January of the same year, Daniel [[January 26th Hospital Incident|threatened to carry out a mass shooting against a hospital]] after having been [[List of places that have banned Daniel|kicked out]]. | Daniel is well known for making terroristic threats via social media and is speculated to have made over 100 of these threats since 2021. This habit of making threats appeared to escalate in the months leading up to his arrest. A prime example of this trend can be seen in the [[April 6th Meltdown]], in which Daniel repeated the phrase "bomb you!" and "kill you!" threatening to vandalize several government buildings. Even more, in January of the same year, Daniel [[January 26th Hospital Incident|threatened to carry out a mass shooting against a hospital]] after having been [[List of places that have banned Daniel|kicked out]]. | ||
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These threats would not serve him well in the long run, as the Colorado Police Department was slowly building a case against him, charging him with seven counts of threats, which carries a maximum sentence of '''65 years'''. | These threats would not serve him well in the long run, as the Colorado Police Department was slowly building a case against him, charging him with seven counts of threats, which carries a maximum sentence of '''65 years'''. | ||
In the indictment | In the indictment leading to Daniel's arrest, each threat Daniel made that contributed to his arrest was stated, most notably one wherein Daniel threatened to bomb a non-profit organization. This was soon discovered to be the Developmental Disabilities Resource Center ([[DDRC|DDRC)]]. The DDRC is a non-profit organization that previously helped house Daniel. While the reason behind this threat is unknown, Daniel's threats led to the building being evacuated and searched by bomb-sniffing dogs. The case also included threats to Colorado University and an unspecified state government building. These threats were posted to his Community Tab. | ||
Additionally, the case included the following Incidents: | Additionally, the case included the following Incidents: | ||
* [[July 3rd Community Tab Incident]], where he threatened to bomb | * [[July 3rd Community Tab Incident]], in his YouTube Community Tab, where he threatened to bomb the Denver County Courthouse. This was the threat that started the investigation. | ||
* [[August 29th Meltdown]], where he threatened to bomb the White House. | * [[August 29th Meltdown]], in a YouTube short, where he threatened to bomb the White House. | ||
* [[Christmas Day Meltdown]], where he threatened to kill Secret Service Agent [[Daniel MacDougall]]. | * [[Christmas Day Meltdown]], in a TikTok post, where he threatened to kill Secret Service Agent [[Daniel MacDougall]]. | ||
* [[March 23rd Meltdown]], where he threatened to bomb the FBI headquarters. | * [[March 23rd Meltdown]], on a TikTok livestream, where he threatened to bomb the FBI headquarters. | ||
==The Arrest== | ==The Arrest== | ||
Daniel was arrested on the afternoon of April 30, 2024, during his probation meeting. He was booked into the Jefferson County Detention Facility and was ineligible for bail. Before his actual charges were revealed, he was charged with "courtesy housing for another agency." Daniel was transferred to Clear Creek County Jail the next day.[[File:ClarkArrest.png|thumb|Looks like management Better Call Saul!|344x344px]] | Daniel was arrested on the afternoon of April 30, 2024, during his probation meeting. He was booked into the Jefferson County Detention Facility and was ineligible for bail. Before his actual charges were revealed, he was charged with "courtesy housing for another agency." Daniel was transferred to Clear Creek County Jail the next day, where his mugshot was taken. Once Daniel was arrested, many speculated the charges to be related to probation violations, [[Dine and Dashing|dine and dashing]], or his admission to watching [[Pedophilia|exploitative material.]] [[File:ClarkArrest.png|thumb|Looks like management Better Call Saul!|344x344px]] | ||
===Clark's (alleged) arrest, and interactions with Bob=== | ===Clark's (alleged) arrest, and interactions with Bob=== | ||
{{PleaseSpreadTheMessage|It is important to note that Daniel's management has not, and will not, face legal repercussions for their involvement with Daniel. Many have claimed that they will be going to jail for the same amount of time Daniel will, which is frankly ridiculous. However, you | {{PleaseSpreadTheMessage|It is important to note that Daniel's management has not, and will not, face legal repercussions for their involvement with Daniel. Many have claimed that they will be going to jail for the same amount of time Daniel will, which is frankly ridiculous. However, you shall not attempt to interact with Daniel while he is incarcerated.}} | ||
On May 3, [[Clark]], Daniel's former [[Management|manager]], reported in a Discord server that police officers had come to his place of work. Almost instantly afterward, Clark went offline. It was at first assumed that he had been arrested due to allegedly being an accomplice to all of Daniel's threats, as well as having had contact with the Secret Service agent who got Daniel arrested in the first place. This was later proven to be false. | On May 3, [[Clark]], Daniel's former [[Management|manager]], reported in a Discord server that police officers had come to his place of work. Almost instantly afterward, Clark went offline. It was at first assumed that he had been arrested due to allegedly being an accomplice to all of Daniel's threats, as well as having had contact with the Secret Service agent who got Daniel arrested in the first place. This was later proven to be false. | ||
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==Legal proceedings and communications== | ==Legal proceedings and communications== | ||
See also: [[Jail Communications]]{{SpecialMessage|Message=Some scans of court documents may be in low quality. Help us out by getting higher quality/clearer scans.}}[[File:JaredPublicDefender.png|left|thumb|Daniel's public defender, Jared Westbroek. |274x274px]] | See also: [[Jail Communications]] | ||
{{PleaseSpreadTheMessage|Any court documents that are not shown on this page are NOT apart of Daniel's case, and should be disregarded. As of recent, there has been a surge in fake court documents circulating on Reddit and other social media platforms. Only trust documents from verified sources.}}{{SpecialMessage|Message=Some scans of court documents may be in low quality. Help us out by getting higher quality/clearer scans.}}[[File:JaredPublicDefender.png|left|thumb|Daniel's public defender, Jared Westbroek. |274x274px]] | |||
=== First jail communication === | === First jail communication === | ||
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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. Known documents state that he is to go through this mental health evaluation for at least 4 months, which ended around April 10-11, 2025. | 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. Known documents state that he is to go through this mental health evaluation for at least 4 months, which ended around April 10-11, 2025. | ||
=== Motion to Unseal Grand Jury Records === | === Motion to Unseal Grand Jury Records === | ||
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On April 10, 2025, Daniel was assigned a new attorney, '''Jeffrey Feiler''', who officially filed a Notice of Attorney Appearance to represent Daniel in all future legal proceedings. Feiler is an attorney who has experience dealing with mentally ill and online-infamous clientele. The acquisition of Feiler is likely because Daniel was proven competent to stand trial. | On April 10, 2025, Daniel was assigned a new attorney, '''Jeffrey Feiler''', who officially filed a Notice of Attorney Appearance to represent Daniel in all future legal proceedings. Feiler is an attorney who has experience dealing with mentally ill and online-infamous clientele. The acquisition of Feiler is likely because Daniel was proven competent to stand trial. | ||
The following day, Daniel, through his former attorney Jared Westbroek, filed a request to restrict certain dockets from public access.<ref>https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/68494815/united-states-v-larson/</ref> On April 25, 2025, Feiler was removed from the case. | The following day, Daniel, through his former attorney Jared Westbroek, filed a request to restrict certain dockets from public access.<ref>https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/68494815/united-states-v-larson/</ref> On April 25, 2025, Feiler was removed from the case. He was assigned to the case again on March 3, 2026. | ||
=== Restricted Documents === | === Restricted Documents === | ||
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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 is completed, the court will determine 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. An evidentiary hearing was scheduled for January 9, 2026, but | The hearing took place on September 18, 2025, and the court placed the case on hold for an independent competency evaluation. Once that is completed, the court will determine 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 === | |||
[[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:CourtDocumentTestify.png|thumb|349x349px|Fuckass Bob just testified against me!]]An evidentiary hearing was scheduled for January 9, 2026, but it was postponed at Daniel's request. The hearing was rescheduled for January 22, 2026. <ref>https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/68494815/80/united-states-v-larson/</ref> Daniel was transferred out of MCFP Springfield on January 13, 2026 after being held there for a year, and was subsequently placed in the Federal Transfer Center for three days. He was then transferred back in FCI Englewood on January 16, 2026 in preparation for his upcoming in-person court hearing. | |||
The hearing took place on January 22, 2026, with Daniel appearing in person. The proceedings were restricted due to the focus on mental health diagnoses.<ref>https://x.com/flexburgerr/status/2014495407401808285</ref> Due to time constraints and people waiting to testify, the competency hearing was not concluded. The main forensic psychiatrist, Dr. Katlyn Hanson, provided testimony. <ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/Daniellarson/comments/1ql3ami/competency_continued_to_232026/</ref> A certificate of competency was issued, which led many to believe that Daniel was found competent to stand trial, however this may not be true. | |||
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> | |||
=== March 2026 Competency Ruling & New Attorney === | |||
On March 3, 2026, a month after the hearing, Judge Regina M. Rodriguez ruled that Daniel was '''mentally''' '''competent to stand trial''' following 20 months (1 year and 8 months) of institutionalization and competency restoration efforts. Daniel disputed that his competency had been restored.<ref>https://larsonleak.net/leakweek/federal-judge-finds-daniel-larson-competent-to-proceed-sets-trial-date</ref> The case was finally set to proceed to trial, which is scheduled for April 20, 2026.<ref>https://larsonleak.net/leakweek/federal-judge-finds-daniel-larson-competent-to-proceed-sets-trial-date</ref> He will have a pretrial hearing on April 9, 2026. | |||
Dr. Katlyn Hanson diagnosed Daniel with Level 1 [[Mental Health|autism spectrum disorder, an unspecified schizophrenia spectrum and other psychotic disorder]]. She reported that although Daniel demonstrated an understanding of the charges against him and the potential consequences, he tended to minimize the seriousness of the allegations and she was concerned about his ability to assist his attorney in his defense. When Daniel arrived to MCFP Springfield in December 2024, he remained grounded in his beliefs that he was dating [[Grace]], and would even constantly talk about him and Grace with staff at Springfield and his defense. Dr. Katlyn Hanson stated that this delusional beliefs were strengthened by the [[Lil Sippy|trolls]] who [[Jail Communications|interacted with him]] during his stay in jail, claiming that he received prison mail at Springfield containing screenshots of text messages between him and fake Graces. By February 2025, Daniel began taking antipsychotic medication, which reduced his delusions, and soon enough, he finally acknowledged that Grace had nothing to do with his case. | |||
Dr. Mark Mills testified that Daniel could not be fully restored to competency because his cognitive deficits come from both his autism and borderline intellectual functioning, which are considered untreatable. While his delusions improved with the antipsychotic medication and structured treatment at Springfield, Dr. Mills emphasized that Daniel's autism was the controlling diagnosis, preventing him from fully understanding or interacting with his defense team, or recalling information about the threats he made at the time. Dr. Mills also further noted that although Daniel preferred to be found competent and go to trial, his preference likely reflected his cognitive limitations and tendency to agree rather than a fully informed understanding of the legal proceedings, and that he would be unlikely to recall or explain his mental state at the time he allegedly made the threats. | |||
Daniel's mental health history was also documented extensively. The document indicated that he had been [[Self Harm|hitting himself]] and punching holes in walls since at least 2011, and that he had been hospitalized twice for these behaviors, once in 2017 and again in 2023. Daniel was also reported to have hit his head in FCI Englewood out of frustration. In 2011, Daniel's [[Elisabeth Shimer|mother]] shared that he had a "non-accidental head injury" at three weeks old and had a seizure at five months. Daniel has also claimed that his mother hit him in the head with a hammer when he was eight years old, though the accuracy of this claim is uncertain. His IQ was reported to be 72, which is slightly above the typical threshold for an intellectual disability. | |||
Daniel no longer qualifies for a free attorney, and his previous attorney, Jared Westbroek, withdrew from the case. Daniel was subsequently reassigned to Jeffrey Feiler, who had represented him the previous year.<ref>https://larsonleak.net/leakweek/daniel-assigned-new-attorney-as-westbroek-withdraws-from-case</ref> | |||
==External Links== | ==External Links== | ||