Darren K. Smith, Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon, Mississippi 2014

Convicted Felon Sentenced to Prison for Possession of a Firearm

Jackson, Miss – In a shocking turn of events, a convicted felon has been sentenced to prison for possession of a firearm, announced U.S. Attorney Gregory K. Davis.

On July 24, 2014, Darren K. Smith, 33, was sentenced to 23 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release for possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.

The crime occurred on the tribal lands of the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians. Smith had been convicted of business burglary on November 6, 2000 in the Circuit Court of Neshoba County, Mississippi.

This case was investigated by the Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco Firearms and Explosives and the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians Police Department. It was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Patrick Lemon.

Smith, a resident of Philadelphia, Mississippi, pled guilty to possession of a firearm by a convicted felon on March 18, 2014. The charges against him carry significant penalties, including up to 10 years in prison.

The U.S. Attorney's Office is committed to ensuring that the citizens of Mississippi are safe from violent crime. This case is a prime example of our dedication to justice and public safety.

For more information on this case, please contact the U.S. Attorney's Office at [insert contact information].

**MANDATORY FACTS**

Defendant: Darren K. Smith

Criminal Charges: Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon

City and State: Jackson, Mississippi

Exact Date: July 24, 2014 (sentencing date)

Sentence: 23 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release

Dollar Amounts: None applicable

Source: https://www.justice.gov/usao-sdms/pr/convicted-felon-sentenced-prison-possession-firearm-0