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jim44444 · 70-79, M
Nope. Quit being like Trump, calling everything treason. Their crimes did not fit the definition of treason. Sedition would be a better charge but even that is a stretch.
In this case Mr. Hodgkins’ conviction was for obstructing an official proceeding. A step above trespassing. He pled guilty. He is now a felon and his life is ruined. Eight months is fair.
[quote]18 U.S. Code § 2381 - Treason
U.S. Code
Whoever, owing allegiance to the United States, levies war against them or adheres to their enemies, giving them aid and comfort within the United States or elsewhere, is guilty of treason and shall suffer death, or shall be imprisoned not less than five years and fined under this title but not less than $10,000; and shall be incapable of holding any office under the United States.[/quote]
https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/18/2381
In this case Mr. Hodgkins’ conviction was for obstructing an official proceeding. A step above trespassing. He pled guilty. He is now a felon and his life is ruined. Eight months is fair.
[quote]18 U.S. Code § 2381 - Treason
U.S. Code
Whoever, owing allegiance to the United States, levies war against them or adheres to their enemies, giving them aid and comfort within the United States or elsewhere, is guilty of treason and shall suffer death, or shall be imprisoned not less than five years and fined under this title but not less than $10,000; and shall be incapable of holding any office under the United States.[/quote]
https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/18/2381
