Marijuana Distribution Netted Moundsville Man a 12-Month Sentence
WHEELING, WEST VIRGINIA – In a stark reminder of the ongoing battle against illicit drug trade, Christopher M. Delauder, a 28-year-old resident of Moundsville, West Virginia, has been sentenced to 12 months incarceration for distributing marijuana. United States Attorney Bill Powell announced the sentence in a press release on [no date provided].
The case against Delauder began to unravel in April 2016 when he distributed a significant amount of marijuana in Marshall County, West Virginia. Delauder’s actions did not go unnoticed, and the Marshall County Drug and Violent Crime Task Force, a HIDTA-funded initiative, launched an investigation.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Stephen L. Vogrin handled the prosecution on behalf of the government. Vogrin’s efforts led to Delauder’s guilty plea to one count of ‘Conspiracy to Possess with Intent to Distribute and to Distribute Marijuana’ in February 2017.
Delauder’s sentence serves as a stern warning to those involved in the marijuana distribution trade. His actions have consequences, and the law will not tolerate such behavior.
The case highlights the importance of law enforcement’s efforts to combat the illicit drug trade. The Marshall County Drug and Violent Crime Task Force’s dedication to keeping the community safe is commendable.
In conclusion, the sentence handed down to Christopher M. Delauder serves as a reminder of the gravity of marijuana distribution. His 12-month sentence is a testament to the law’s commitment to keeping West Virginia communities safe.
Key Facts
- State: West Virginia
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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