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''This article covers Daniel's arrest on April 30, 2024 for various federal charges. For other uses, see [[Jail (Disambiguation)]].''{{Ongoing}}{{Ambox | ''This article covers Daniel's arrest on April 30, 2024 for various federal charges and subsequent incarceration. For other uses, see [[Jail (Disambiguation)]].''{{Ongoing|not_oudated=Daniel is still incarcerated, and the details of his ultimate fate are still forthcoming.}}{{Ambox | ||
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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. | ||
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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. | 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|just four weeks earlier]]. Unlike previous arrests, Daniel | 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 was ineligible for bond, and was never granted it. | ||
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 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. | 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. After his transfer to MCFP Springfield in late December 2024, communications were initially through sporadic letters,<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> though ceased afterwards. | ||
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 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 | 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. | ||
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 | 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. It remains uncertain whether Daniel will continue to be institutionalized or be released. On March 20, 2026, Daniel reached a plea agreement with 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. He is expected to serve 27-33 months in prison, with credit for the 23 months he had already served. Sentencing will occur on July 21, 2026. | ||
This is one of the most significant events in Daniel's life, considering | 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 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, coming up on two years on April 30, 2026. | ||
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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==The Charges== | ==The Charges== | ||
Daniel | Daniel faced serious legal 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. It is difficult to accurately estimate the fines that Daniel may face, as they range quite substantially. | ||
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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==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]] | |||
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=== Acquisition of New Attorney === | === Acquisition of New Attorney === | ||
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. Feiler is very infamous in his own right, as he is most known for being the lawyer of Enrique Tarrio, the leader of the Proud Boys extremist group.<ref>https://larsonleak.net/leakweek/daniel-assigned-new-attorney-as-westbroek-withdraws-from-case</ref> 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 reassigned to the case on March 3, 2026. | ||
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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. | 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 | 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 was scheduled for April 20, 2026.<ref>https://larsonleak.net/leakweek/federal-judge-finds-daniel-larson-competent-to-proceed-sets-trial-date</ref> He had a 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><gallery caption="Gallery"> | |||
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=== Plea Agreement and Hearing === | |||
On March 20, 2026, Daniel reached a plea agreement with the government. As a result, the case is not expected to 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 will 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.]] | |||
Daniel was reported as being more on edge during this hearing. Approximately ten fans/trolls were present in the gallery, including a few CU fraternity members dressed in suits. Observers claimed that Daniel did the angry tongue as he took his seat. It was also reported that Chad Oxman was confused about the number of people in the gallery. Daniel joked about his fame and referenced his music on iHeartRadio. His attorney, Jeffrey Feiler, appeared to be annoyed. The two attempted to help Daniel remain calm and comfortable, and he appeared to lighten the mood, making a remark about "Diet Coke served for lunch," and added that he asked a guard whether it contained cocaine, which was followed by a laugh. Daniel was described as having a slightly grown-out buzz cut and long fingernails, and was noted to have gained a considerable amount of weight. | |||
==External Links== | ==External Links== | ||