The government’s filing emphasized that SoRelle’s participation in the Capitol attack was not an impulsive act. Rather, it was part of a larger conspiracy planned by Oath Keepers leaders to thwart the election results. When their efforts to stop the certification failed, SoRelle took steps to eliminate evidence of their criminal activities, prosecutors said.
“Perhaps the most concerning aspect of SoRelle’s conduct is her attempt to obstruct justice as a lawyer,” the memorandum read. “Her familiarity with the criminal justice system only aided her in executing her crimes.”
Although SoRelle pleaded guilty to charges of entering a restricted building and obstructing justice, prosecutors noted that she has yet to demonstrate genuine remorse. Instead, they accused her of downplaying her actions and minimizing her role in the conspiracy, which raises concerns about her potential to reoffend in similar circumstances.
SoRelle’s sentencing hearing is scheduled for January 17. Despite her guilty plea, the government argued that her failure to acknowledge the gravity of her conduct further justifies a harsh sentence.
