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Convicted Felon Caught with Firearm
A Charleston man has been convicted of a federal gun crime following a jury trial. Michael Matthew Phillips, 31, was found guilty of possessing a firearm by a prohibited person.
According to court documents, Phillips was involved in a sting operation on January 24, 2017. He was supposed to sell heroin and a firearm to a confidential informant but failed to bring the heroin due to concerns of police presence. However, he did sell a 9mm handgun hidden in an area for $140.
Phillips, a convicted felon, is prohibited from possessing firearms. The incident puts public safety at risk, and the sale of firearms to those who are not supposed to have them is a serious matter, said United States Attorney Mike Stuart.
Stuart commended the work of the ATF, the Kanawha County Sheriff’s Department, and Assistant United States Attorney Greg McVey. ‘It’s simple – convicted felons are prohibited from possessing firearms,’ he said.
Phillips faces up to 10 years in prison and up to a $250,000 fine when he is sentenced in January 2019.
The case serves as a reminder of the dangers of gun crime and the consequences of violating federal gun laws. It highlights the importance of public safety and the efforts of law enforcement agencies to prevent such crimes.
Phillips’s conviction is a significant step towards reducing gun violence and ensuring that those who are prohibited from possessing firearms are held accountable for their actions.
Key Facts
- State: West Virginia
- Category: Weapons
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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