Case Summary
**Case Summary: United States v. Oscar Ramiro Ortega-Hernandez**
**Docket Number:** 2859949
**Court:** United States District Court
**Date:** [Insert relevant date; if known, otherwise simply state "Date unknown"]
**Defendant:** Oscar Ramiro Ortega-Hernandez
**Background:**
Oscar Ramiro Ortega-Hernandez was charged with various offenses related to an attempted attack on the White House. The incident occurred on November 11, 2011, when Ortega-Hernandez discharged a firearm in the direction of the executive mansion while driving his vehicle.
**Charges:**
Ortega-Hernandez faced multiple charges, including:
1. Attempted assassination of the President of the United States.
2. Discharge of a firearm during a crime of violence.
3. Related firearms and assault charges.
**Facts of the Case:**
- Ortega-Hernandez approached the vicinity of the White House with a firearm.
- He discharged several rounds from a semi-automatic weapon, with bullets landing near the presidential residence.
- Authorities apprehended Ortega-Hernandez shortly after the incident, and he was found to have expressed a desire to harm the president.
- Evidence presented during the trial included eyewitness accounts, ballistic reports, and statements made by Ortega-Hernandez to law enforcement officials.
**Legal Proceedings:**
The case went through various pre-trial motions, including competency hearings to assess Ortega-Hernandez’s mental state. The court ultimately found that he was competent to stand trial.
**Outcome:**
Ortega-Hernandez was convicted on several counts, reflecting the serious nature of his actions and their implications for national security. Sentencing details and specific penalties would depend on the outcome of further proceedings and judicial determinations.
**Significance:**
This case underscored the serious legal consequences associated with threats made against high-level government officials, as well as the broader implications for national security and public safety.
**Current Status:**
As of the last update in October 2023, Ortega-Hernandez remains incarcerated, serving his sentence following the convictions related to the attempted attack.
(Note: Actual details on sentencing, appeals, and any subsequent legal developments would need to be verified for accuracy as they may vary based on updates from the court.)