Minnesota Lobbyist Jonathan Bohn Pleads Guilty to Threats of Violence

Jonathan Bohn texted an acquaintance that he had just bought 500 bullets and could not wait to shoot someone in the face at the Minnesota Capitol, according to court documents.

That text message exchange led to a guilty plea from the 42-year-old Woodbury resident, fox9.com reported. Bohn entered his plea to one count of threats of violence – reckless disregard risk, stemming from messages sent on June 18, 2025.

Carver County authorities detailed the text messages after a Waconia resident contacted the sheriff’s office. The recipient reported receiving messages starting around 7:25 p.m. that were so disturbing they left a restaurant early to lock their doors at home.

The criminal complaint notes that the sender and recipient had not spoken for a “considerable amount of time” due to political differences. Bohn was known to frequent the state capitol as part of his lobbyist work.

Minnesota Lobbyist Jonathan Bohn Pleads Guilty to Threats of Violence

Investigators reviewing the text chain found explicit threats, including statements about bringing a gun to the capitol and shooting someone in the head. The Minnesota House Information Services clarified that the threats were not aimed at a particular lawmaker.

The recommended sentence in the plea agreement calls for up to 180 days in jail and three years probation. Court records filed in Carver County outline the resolution of the case.

Bohn issued a written statement following his arrest addressing the texts.

In that moment of anguish, I used language that I deeply regret. The words were spoken from pain, not from intent. I am a hurting person, not a violent one.

The House Sergeant at Arms’ Office stated it is not aware of any other threats to staff at the moment. The legal proceedings continue to move forward toward final sentencing under the recommended terms.