RiotingVerified against official source

Verified against official source

This range was checked against the official legal text. Last verified: 2026-10-19.

Statutory range

§ 2101 — Riots

Imprisonment: 0 (no mandatory prison) – 5 years
Fine: Per § 3571 cap (see fine-cap note)

0 = the law sets no minimum prison term. The court is not required to impose prison. Depending on the offence, jurisdiction, and case, it may instead impose a non-custodial sentence — e.g. a suspended sentence, community order / probation, a fine, or a discharge.

Source

Statute: 18 U.S.C. § 2101
Official source: uscode.house.gov
Verification status
Last verified: 2026-10-19

Not legal advice. This range is the statutory penalty as written in the law — it is not “your sentence.” What is NOT accounted for here: State law, priors, plea, discretion. If you face a real charge, consult a licensed lawyer in the relevant jurisdiction.