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Biloxi Man Sentenced for Firearms Charge
Gulfport, Miss – A 24-year-old Biloxi man has been sentenced to 41 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release for making a false statement to a firearms dealer to purchase a firearm, U.S. Attorney Gregory K. Davis announced today.
John Buster Jones, 24, of Biloxi, was found guilty of the crime, which was part of an undercover operation by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
Chief U.S. District Judge Louis Guirola, Jr. also ordered Jones to forfeit one Roman/Cugir, WASR 10 model, 7.62 caliber rifle with two extended magazines and one Glock, model 27, .40 caliber pistol.
The case was prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Annette Williams.
The sentencing is a reminder that the government will take action against individuals who attempt to skirt the law and purchase firearms illegally.
U.S. Attorney Gregory K. Davis praised the work of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and the U.S. Marshals Service for their efforts in bringing the case to justice.
The case serves as a warning to others who may be considering similar actions.
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Key Facts
- State: Mississippi
- Category: Weapons
- Source: DOJ Press Release ↗
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