A Boise man has been sentenced to over 11 years in federal prison for his role in methamphetamine and firearms crimes, according to officials.
Charles R. Jorgensen, 43, of Boise, was sentenced to 140 months in federal prison for possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine and possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime, Acting U.S. Attorney Rafael M. Gonzalez, Jr. announced today. Chief U.S. District Judge David C. Nye also ordered Jorgensen to serve five years of supervised release following his prison sentence.
The crimes were discovered during a probation search at a residence in Boise, where Jorgensen was found in possession of a backpack containing 333.4 grams of methamphetamine, 2.38 grams of heroin, two 9mm pistols, 39 rounds of ammunition, and $20,485.
Jorgensen was interviewed after his arrest and admitted that he intended to distribute the methamphetamine to others, that the $20,485 was proceeds from his prior drug sales, and that he knew he was prohibited from possessing the firearms.
Jorgensen pleaded guilty to the charges on March 11, 2020. This is not his first run-in with the law, as he has previously been arrested 39 times and convicted of offenses including aggravated assault, domestic battery, possession of a controlled substance, grand theft, and eluding a police officer.
At the time of this offense, Jorgensen was on parole for two separate offenses: grand theft and possession of a controlled substance.
The investigation into Jorgensen’s crimes was a cooperative effort between the Drug Enforcement Administration, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, Boise Police Department, Ada County Sheriff’s Office, and Idaho Department of Correction.
Jorgensen’s sentencing brings an end to the investigation and prosecution of his crimes. The case serves as a reminder of the dangers of methamphetamine and the importance of holding those who deal in it accountable for their actions.
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Key Facts
- State: Idaho
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Fraud & Financial Crimes|Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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