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How many sentences of 10 years or more will be issued in connection with the January 6 Capitol riot by December 31, 2024?
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David Dempsey Gets 20 Years for Capitol Riot, One of Longest Sentences by Reagan-Appointed Judge
Aug 9, 2024, 06:36 PM
David Dempsey, identified as one of the most violent participants in the January 6 Capitol riot, has been sentenced to 20 years in federal prison. The sentence, handed down by a Reagan-appointed judge, is one of the longest given in connection with the riot. Dempsey's actions included attacking police officers with poles, wearing body armor, using pepper spray, and striking an officer with a metal crutch. The Justice Department had requested a 22-year sentence, citing his violent actions and long criminal record. This sentencing is part of a broader effort to hold accountable those involved in the Capitol riot, with over 560 sentences already issued.
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