Protesters face Felony charges of Rioting.

[Original Happy Camper]

Through the book at em. We need to enforce the law finally.
Many Arrested Inauguration Day Protesters Will Face Felony Rioting Charges, Prosecutors Say

WASHINGTON (CBSNEWS/AP) – Most of the approximately 230 protesters arrested on Inauguration Day will be charged with felony rioting, federal prosecutors said.
A first group of 10 men appeared in Superior Court just before 3 p.m., and their lawyer entered a not guilty plea on their behalf. A judge released all of them on the condition they not get re-arrested in the District of Columbia.

Interim D.C. police chief Peter Newsham said Friday that 217 people were being charged with rioting.

The arrests took place in a four-block stretch of downtown Washington around the time of President Trump’s swearing-in ceremony.

The arrests came after some protesters created chaos. Windows of downtown businesses were smashed, and police deployed pepper spray and “sting balls” against the crowd.
The U.S. Attorney’s Office said the offense is punishable by up to 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000. The office said most of those arrested will be released without having to post bail and must return to court in February.

 

[Winken]

Let Justice take its course!!

 

[Hank77]

As it should be no matter who you support, don't support, or are there just to enjoy starting trouble.

 

[redleghunter]

Through the book at em. We need to enforce the law finally.
Many Arrested Inauguration Day Protesters Will Face Felony Rioting Charges, Prosecutors Say

WASHINGTON (CBSNEWS/AP) – Most of the approximately 230 protesters arrested on Inauguration Day will be charged with felony rioting, federal prosecutors said.
A first group of 10 men appeared in Superior Court just before 3 p.m., and their lawyer entered a not guilty plea on their behalf. A judge released all of them on the condition they not get re-arrested in the District of Columbia.

Interim D.C. police chief Peter Newsham said Friday that 217 people were being charged with rioting.

The arrests took place in a four-block stretch of downtown Washington around the time of President Trump’s swearing-in ceremony.

The arrests came after some protesters created chaos. Windows of downtown businesses were smashed, and police deployed pepper spray and “sting balls” against the crowd.
The U.S. Attorney’s Office said the offense is punishable by up to 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000. The office said most of those arrested will be released without having to post bail and must return to court in February.

And in some states if convicted, they won't be able to vote.

 

[JCFantasy23]

They were doing much more than protesting, so I don't find the charge unfair.

 

[brinny]

And in some states if convicted, they won't be able to vote.

Thank God.

 

[CGL1023]

Through the book at em. We need to enforce the law finally.
Many Arrested Inauguration Day Protesters Will Face Felony Rioting Charges, Prosecutors Say

WASHINGTON (CBSNEWS/AP) – Most of the approximately 230 protesters arrested on Inauguration Day will be charged with felony rioting, federal prosecutors said.
A first group of 10 men appeared in Superior Court just before 3 p.m., and their lawyer entered a not guilty plea on their behalf. A judge released all of them on the condition they not get re-arrested in the District of Columbia.

Interim D.C. police chief Peter Newsham said Friday that 217 people were being charged with rioting.

The arrests took place in a four-block stretch of downtown Washington around the time of President Trump’s swearing-in ceremony.

The arrests came after some protesters created chaos. Windows of downtown businesses were smashed, and police deployed pepper spray and “sting balls” against the crowd.
The U.S. Attorney’s Office said the offense is punishable by up to 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000. The office said most of those arrested will be released without having to post bail and must return to court in February.

This stance is long overdue. It would have been great to have had it for Ferguson, Oakland, Baltimore and Dallas.

 

[Original Happy Camper]

This stance is long overdue. It would have been great to have had it for Ferguson, Oakland, Baltimore and Dallas.

Appeasement does not work.

I say if protesters have masks on they should be arrested on the spot for Riot incitement.

 

[Hank77]

This stance is long overdue. It would have been great to have had it for Ferguson, Oakland, Baltimore and Dallas.

People weren't arrested in those other cities? I think you are incorrect about that.

 

[KWCrazy]

This stance is long overdue. It would have been great to have had it for Ferguson, Oakland, Baltimore and Dallas.

There's a new sheriff in town.

 

[rjs330]

People weren't arrested in those other cities? I think you are incorrect about that.

I don't think he's saying that. I haven't seen the numbers but I do remember that in those other places a lot less was done and over a longer period of time.

The OP is showing a lot more arrests in a short time frame. Quick action is the way to go.

 

[Radrook]

Appeasement does not work.

I say if protesters have masks on they should be arrested on the spot for Riot incitement.

Even if it's on Holloweens?

 

[Original Happy Camper]

Even if it's on Holloweens?

Yes if it is in a protest setting.

 

[pat34lee]

Appeasement does not work.

I say if protesters have masks on they should be arrested on the spot for Riot incitement.

Or tell their mothers. This woman should get a medal.