A judge ordered that Chansley's helmet and spear, along with a flag attached by ziptie, be returned, rejecting prosecutors' claim that the items might still be needed as evidence.
Chansley was one of the first rioters at the Capitol, carrying distinctive gear. His lawyer faced challenges in getting the FBI to return his property, leading to a court motion.
The dispute arose as prosecutors argued for evidence retention due to ongoing proceedings and potential civil forfeiture. The judge dismissed these concerns given existing video and photo evidence.
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