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Protesters accused of causing extensive damage during a planned takeover of the university president's office face potential incarceration and restitution.

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A student attends an event at a protest encampment in support of Palestinians at Stanford University during the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, in Stanford, California U.S., April 26, 2024. REUTERS/Carlos Barria/File Photo

Overview

  • Santa Clara County District Attorney Jeff Rosen announced felony charges against 12 individuals involved in the June 2024 protest at Stanford University.
  • The protesters, primarily Stanford students and alumni, are accused of breaking into the president's office, vandalizing property, and barricading themselves inside.
  • Investigations revealed the protest was meticulously planned, with encrypted communications and a detailed operational guide outlining tactics for the takeover.
  • The damages are estimated to range from $250,000 to $700,000, with the building closed for two months for repairs.
  • If convicted, the defendants face potential jail time and restitution, though the DA has expressed a preference for guilty pleas and community service rather than incarceration.