A Albuquerque resident is behind bars after a federal court sentenced him to 51 months in prison for violating federal firearms laws.
Adam Sadlowski, 40, was sentenced on April 5, 2018, for being a felon in possession of firearms and ammunition. He will be on supervised release for three years after completing his prison sentence.
The Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) deputies arrested Sadlowski at his home on February 22, 2016. Deputies found 13 firearms, including two previously reported stolen, and assorted ammunition at his residence. Sadlowski was prohibited from possessing any firearms or ammunition at the time due to his previous criminal convictions.
Sadlowski pled guilty to the indictment on April 5, 2018. He admitted to possessing two handguns and ammunition despite being a convicted felon.
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives investigated this case with the BCSO. Assistant U.S. Attorney Samuel A. Hurtado prosecuted the case under Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), a program aimed at reducing violent crime. PSN focuses enforcement efforts on the most violent offenders and partners with locally based prevention and reentry programs for lasting reductions in crime.
Adam Sadlowski’s exact criminal charges include being a felon in possession of firearms and ammunition. He was arrested in Albuquerque, New Mexico on February 22, 2016. The exact date of his sentencing was April 5, 2018. He will serve 51 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release.
This case is a reminder of the importance of enforcing laws related to firearms possession. Adam Sadlowski’s actions put himself and others at risk, and his sentence serves as a warning to others who may be considering similar actions.
Project Safe Neighborhoods is a program that aims to reduce violent crime through a combination of enforcement and community-based initiatives. By partnering with local law enforcement and community organizations, PSN seeks to create safer communities and reduce crime.
Key Facts
- State: New Mexico
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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