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James Allen Mels
pardonJ6 / Capitol
Convicted of
James Allen Mels, 56, of Shelby Township, Michigan, took photos, including a selfie, while inside the U.S. Capitol during the Jan. 6, 2021 riot; after a tip, the FBI interviewed him and he admitted being inside and showed agents photos on his phone, saying he had not engaged in or witnessed any organized violence. He pleaded guilty to one charge, entering a restricted building, with other charges dismissed. He was sentenced on 10/28/2022 to 3 months of probation, 3 months of home confinement, $500 in restitution, and a $25 special assessment.
Original sentence
Sentenced on 10/28/2022 to 3 months probation; 3 months home confinement; $500 restitution; $25 special assessment.
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