Edlando M. Watson, Felon in Possession of Firearms, Wisconsin 2024

Madison Man Sentenced for Gun Crimes

Edlando M. Watson, a 41-year-old man from Madison, Wisconsin, has been sentenced to 65 months in federal prison for being a felon in possession of five firearms. According to court records, Watson transported the firearms from his home in Madison to a storage facility in Appleton, Wisconsin.

Watson is prohibited under state and federal law from ever possessing a firearm based on his 2012 federal conviction for possession with the intent to distribute cocaine.

At his sentencing hearing, Senior United States District Judge William C. Griesbach noted the serious nature of the offense, Watson’s poor prior record, and the need to protect the public. He further noted a strong need to deter Watson and other prohibited persons from possessing firearms.

After serving his 65-month term of imprisonment, Watson will spend three years on supervised release. This case was investigated by the Madison Police Department with the assistance of the Appleton Police Department and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives. It was prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Daniel R. Humble.

The investigation and prosecution of this case demonstrate the importance of working together to keep our communities safe. The Madison Police Department, Appleton Police Department, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives all played critical roles in bringing Watson to justice.

Federal law prohibits convicted felons from possessing firearms, and the consequences of violating this law can be severe. Watson’s sentence serves as a reminder of the serious nature of this crime and the need for individuals to comply with federal and state laws.

For more information on this case, please contact Public Information Officer Kenneth Gales at Kenneth.Gales@usdoj.gov or 414-297-1700.

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