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Christopher Kuehne

Pardoned January 6 defendant

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Christopher Kuehne is a decorated U.S. Marine Corps combat veteran from Olathe, Kansas. Before anyone knew his name from a court docket, he wore this country's uniform in combat — Kansas City press described him plainly as a "decorated Marine vet" (Kansas City Star). FACT: Christopher Kuehne was arrested February 11, 2021 and originally charged with multiple felonies. He ultimately pleaded guilty in September 2023 to one count: obstruction of law enforcement during a civil disorder (KSHB). FACT: In February 2024 he was sentenced to 75 days, with 24 months of supervised release including 60 days of home detention, and $2,000 restitution (Kansas City Star). FACT: On January 20, 2025, President Trump's proclamation granted a full pardon covering January 6 convictions — Kansas outlets KCUR and KMUW listed Kuehne among the Kansans covered. A Marine who served his country, took responsibility in court, served his 75 days, and walked out with a full pardon. Christopher Kuehne's service came first, and it still counts. CASE RECORD (FACT): United States v. Kuehne, No. 1:21-cr-160, U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia. Arrested February 11, 2021. Indicted February 26, 2021. Guilty plea September 2023. Sentenced February 2024. Full pardon January 20, 2025. DOJ page: justice.gov/usao-dc/defendants/kuehne-christopher. This profile is unclaimed. If this is you — or your family — claiming it is free, forever.

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Case number
1:21-cr-160
Court
U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
Disposition
Arrested 2/11/21. Indicted 2/26/21 and initial appearance held the same day. Indicted 2/26. Arraigned 3/23/21 and pleaded not guilty on all counts. Status conference set for 10/1 at 4 pm. Defendant remains on personal recognizance.
Arrested
February 11, 2021

Charges

  • Conspiracy; Obstruction of an Official Proceeding and Aiding and Abetting; Obstruction of Law Enforcement During Civil Disorder and Aiding and Abetting; Entering and Remaining in a Restricted Building or Grounds and Carrying a Deadly or Dangerous Weapon; Entering and Remaining in a Restricted Building or Grounds and Carrying a Deadly or Dangerous Weapon

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