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January 6, 2021, U.S. Capitol Attack Prosecutions

Prosecutions related to the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol, including charges, convictions, and sentencing.

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Feb 1, 2026

How many people were ultimately charged in federal court for the Jan. 6 Capitol attack and what were the main charges?

Roughly 1,400–1,600 people were charged in federal court in connection with the on the , and the federal docket included a mix of misdemeanors (unlawful entry, disorderly conduct), felonies (obstructi...

Jan 8, 2026

How many people were charged in connection with the January 6 Capitol riot?

About 1,600 people were charged in connection with the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol — a figure repeatedly cited in contemporary reporting and congressional materials — though reporting ...