ALBANY, NEW YORK – Charles E. Williams, a 34-year-old Albany resident, was arraigned today on charges of possessing a firearm while a prohibited person. The grim case involves Williams allegedly wielding a Smith & Wesson .357 caliber revolver in Albany County on November 18, 2021.
United States Attorney Carla B. Freedman and United States Marshal David L. McNulty announced the indictment against Williams, who is prohibited by federal law from owning firearms due to a prior felony conviction. The charges are mere accusations, with the defendant maintaining his innocence until proven guilty in court.
The offense carries a severe penalty, with a maximum sentence of 10 years in prison, a fine up to $250,000, and up to 3 years of post-release supervision. Sentencing will be determined by the particular statute violated, U.S. Sentencing Guidelines, and other considerations by a judge.
United States Magistrate Judge Daniel J. Stewart conducted the arraignment in Albany and ordered Williams detained pending trial. The U.S. Marshals Service is leading the investigation with support from the North Greenbush Police Department and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF). Assistant U.S. Attorney Jonathan S. Reiner is prosecuting the case.
Williams’ legal troubles are not his first. With this recent indictment, he faces the prospect of a harsh sentence for violating federal firearm laws. The community remains on edge as law enforcement works to ensure public safety.
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Key Facts
- State: New York
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Violent Crime|Weapons
- Source: Official Source ↗
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