Oath Keeper Brian Ulrich Receives Probation Sentence

Brian Ulrich, a former member of the Oath Keepers, was sentenced to three years of probation, six months of home detention, and ordered to pay $2,000 in restitution for his role in the January 6 Capitol riot after pleading guilty to seditious conspiracy and obstruction of an official proceeding. U.S. District Judge Amit Mehta remarked on Ulrich's cooperation with prosecutors, highlighting his substantial assistance in the cases against other Oath Keepers, which led to a lighter sentence than the potential 20 years he faced. Prosecutors noted that Ulrich's actions during the riot were impulsive and not violent, as he did not assault police or go beyond the Capitol lobby. Despite his past involvement in planning the riot, his lack of prior convictions and acceptance of responsibility were taken into account during sentencing. Ulrich expressed embarrassment for his actions and has had no contact with the group since his arrest. He is the first individual sentenced for seditious conspiracy in connection with the January 6 events.