Paul HodgkinsLast Updated: May 26, 2022
Litigation Details
- Arrested in Tampa, Florida
- Sentenced on Jul 19, 2021
Executive Summary
According to court documents, Hodgkins entered the U.S. Capitol building at approximately 2:50 p.m. on Jan. 6. Around 3 p.m., he entered the Senate chamber, walked among the desks, and then removed eye goggles. He took a “selfie-style” photograph with his cell phone and walked down the Senate well, where, a few feet away, several individuals were shouting, praying and cheering using a bullhorn. Hodgkins walked toward the individuals and remained standing with them while they continued commanding the attention of others. At approximately 3:15 p.m., Hodgkins exited the Senate chamber and the U.S. Capitol Building.
Litigation Details
Case File:
Charges
Obstruction of an Official Proceeding and Aiding and Abetting; Entering and Remaining in a Restricted Building or Grounds; Disorderly and Disruptive Conduct in a Restricted Building or Grounds; Disorderly Conduct in a Capitol Building; Parading, Demonstrating, or Picketing in a Capitol Building
Timeline of Litigation
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Arrested
Tampa, Florida | February 16, 2021 -
Arraigned
March 11, 2021 "Arraigned 3/11 where he pleaded not guilty to all counts." -
Initial Appearance
February 24, 2021 "Initial appearance held 2/24." -
Charged
March 5, 2021 "Indicted 3/5." -
Sentenced
July 19, 2021 "Sentenced 7/19 to 8 months incarceration followed by 2 years supervised release, must pay $2,000 restitution."
Sentencing Details
- Prison: 8 month(s)
- Parole/Supervised Release: 24 month(s)
- Fine/Restitution: $2000
Press Coverage
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Florida Man Sentenced to Eight Months in Prison for His Role in Jan. 6 Capitol Breach
Published on July 20, 2021 Read at US DOJ
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