Jason Mance Van Orsdol, 47, of Henryetta, Oklahoma, has pleaded guilty to a federal charge of transmitting threatening communications across state lines. The plea was announced by the United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Oklahoma.
According to the indictment, Van Orsdol sent a communication on September 24, 2025, that contained a threat to injure another person using interstate commerce. The offense carries a maximum penalty of five years in prison and a $250,000 fine.
The case was investigated by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
Magistrate Judge Jason A. Robertson from the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Oklahoma accepted Van Orsdol’s guilty plea and ordered a presentence investigation report.
A U.S. District Court Judge will decide on sentencing after reviewing the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines and other relevant legal factors.
Van Orsdol will remain in custody with the United States Marshals Service until sentencing is determined.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Jonathan E. Soverly represented the government in this matter.
