Andrew Jake Craig, a 35-year-old from Gore, Oklahoma, was recently sentenced to 60 months of probation for a serious firearms crime. On March 10, 2023, Craig pleaded guilty to one count of Possession of a Firearm After Conviction of a Misdemeanor Crime of Domestic Violence in a United States District Court for the Eastern District of Oklahoma.
The charges against Craig stemmed from an investigation by the Muskogee Police Department, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. On June 7, 2022, Muskogee police officers responded to a report of a disturbance at an area residence, where they discovered Craig in possession of a loaded .22 semi-automatic handgun.
In 2018, Craig pleaded guilty and was sentenced by an Oklahoma district court on one count of misdemeanor domestic violence. This conviction led to the federal charges against Craig for possessing a firearm after a domestic violence conviction.
Craig’s case highlights the importance of adhering to firearm laws, particularly for individuals with a history of domestic violence. The Honorable Ronald A. White, Chief Judge in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Oklahoma, presided over the hearings in this case.
Assistant United States Attorney Benjamin D. Traster represented the United States in the case against Craig. The outcome of this case serves as a reminder of the consequences of violating federal firearm laws.
Andrew Jake Craig’s case is a serious reminder that the possession of firearms by individuals with a history of domestic violence is a serious offense. We must continue to work towards ensuring public safety and upholding the law.
The details of this case are as follows: Defendant – Andrew Jake Craig, Age – 35, City – Gore, State – Oklahoma, Exact Date – March 10, 2023, Sentence – 60 months of probation, Exact Date – June 7, 2022, Crime Date – June 7, 2022, and Charges – Possession of a Firearm After Conviction of a Misdemeanor Crime of Domestic Violence.
Key Facts
- State: Oklahoma
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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