On Thursday, February 5, 2026, Rapp appeared before Judge William H. Hackel, III in the 42-2 District Court in New Baltimore, MI. Rapp pleaded No Contest to two counts:
1. Attempt Unlawful Posting of a Message, a 1-year misdemeanor
2. Attempt Telecommunications Services, Malicious Use, 3-month misdemeanor
Rapp was sentenced to probation. He was ordered to have no direct or indirect contact with Judge Andary. Judge Hackel also ordered Rapp to have no communication about her at all.
It is alleged that on or about Sunday, September 14, 2025, Rapp posted an image on Facebook depicting Judge Andary in a coffin with the caption, “Pray about this.” The same image was reportedly used as both his profile picture and background. Another post allegedly contained a video of a pot being stirred, accompanied by music with lyrics stating, “Judge in this town has bloodstains on his hands.”
“Threats against judges undermine the rule of law and put public servants, court staff, and the community at risk. Such statements are taken seriously, because our justice system depends on respect for the independence and safety of the courts,” said Macomb County Prosecutor Peter J. Lucido.
The Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office represents the People. We are committed to achieving justice and following the laws of the State of Michigan. All individuals accused of a crime are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
