Rebecca Lavrenz: The J6 Praying Grandma’s Sentence

Rebecca Lavrenz, popularly referred to as the “J6 Praying Grandma,” has been sentenced to six months of home confinement and fined $100,000 for her participation in the U.S. Capitol protest on January 6th. The initial recommendation from prosecutors was a prison sentence of 10 months. However, Magistrate Judge Zia Faruqui chose a less severe punishment, stating that Lavrenz should not benefit financially from her “egregious conduct.” Over 1,400 individuals have been charged in relation to the events of January 6th, 2021, with Lavrenz being one of them.

Known for her vocal criticism of the Department of Justice’s handling of January 6th cases, Lavrenz has gained significant online attention. In addition to her house arrest, she is prohibited from using the internet during this period due to allegations from prosecutors that she was “profiting off the celebrity of her conviction” through various media appearances.

“This whole situation is not just about me; it is about the people of the United States of America.” – Rebecca Lavrenz

Former President Donald Trump came to Lavrenz’s defense after her April conviction, arguing that she had been “unfairly targeted” by the Justice Department. He even shared a link encouraging donations to her legal fund.

Lavrenz maintains that she attended the protest at the Capitol “out of obedience to God,” viewing her actions as part of a larger cause. Despite not engaging in violence or property destruction, Judge Faruqui reminded her in court that her actions constituted a serious offense.

John Pierce, Lavrenz’s attorney, argued against a prison sentence for his client. He portrayed her as a peaceful, nonviolent, elderly first-time offender who has been open about the criminal justice system’s treatment of January 6 defendants. Prosecutors allege that Lavrenz spent approximately ten minutes inside the Capitol building, chanting phrases like “It’s our house; you can’t take our house.” During the trial, prosecutor Terence Park asserted there was “no question” Lavrenz intended to disrupt Joe Biden’s victory certification and suggested she might repeat such behavior.

Lavrenz’s legal team intends to appeal both the conviction and the fine. What are your thoughts on this case and its implications? Let us know in the comments below.

Source: Steadfast Nation