Orlando Man Pleads Guilty to Possessing a Firearm

Byron Louder (34, Orlando) has pleaded guilty to possession of a firearm by a prohibited person, a federal crime carrying a maximum penalty of 15 years in federal prison.

According to court records, on December 25, 2022, officers from the Orlando Police Department observed Louder make several hand-to-hand transactions while possessing a firearm in his waistband.

After arresting Louder, he admitted to possessing the firearm and knowing that he was prohibited from doing so.

Prior to this incident, Louder was convicted of multiple felonies, including delivery of cocaine, possession of cocaine with intent to sell or deliver, and possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell or deliver.

As a convicted felon, he is prohibited from possessing a firearm or ammunition under federal law.

This case was investigated by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and the Orlando Police Department.

It is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Stephanie McNeff.

This case is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), a program aiming to reduce violent crime and gun violence in communities.

The PSN strategy was launched on May 26, 2021, and focuses on fostering trust and legitimacy in communities, supporting community-based organizations, setting strategic enforcement priorities, and measuring results.

Sentencing for Louder is set for November 6, 2024.

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