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Felon in Possession of a Firearm: Del City Man Faces Up to 10 Years
A Del City man is facing serious consequences after pleading guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm. BOBBY LEE RUPPEL JR, age 37, was found guilty of violating Title 18, United States Code, Sections 922(g)(1) and 924(a)(2), punishable by no more than 10 years imprisonment, and up to a $250,000.00 fine or both.
The charges against Ruple stem from an investigation by the Henryetta Police Department, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. The indictment alleged that on or about November 1, 2016, in the Eastern District of Oklahoma, the defendant, having been convicted of a crime punishable by imprisonment for a term exceeding one year, did knowingly possess in and affecting commerce, a firearm which had been shipped and transported in interstate commerce.
The Honorable Steven P. Shreder, Magistrate Judge in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Oklahoma, in Muskogee, accepted the plea and ordered the completion of a presentence investigation report. The defendant will remain in custody pending a sentencing hearing.
Assistant United States Attorney Kristin Harrington represented the United States in the case. The investigation was a joint effort between the Henryetta Police Department and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
Felon in possession of a firearm is a serious offense that can have severe consequences. The maximum sentence for this crime is 10 years in prison, and fines can reach up to $250,000.00. The case serves as a reminder of the importance of adhering to firearms laws and regulations.
Ruple’s sentencing hearing is pending, and he will remain in custody until then. The outcome of the case will be closely watched, as it may set a precedent for similar cases in the future.
As the nation grapples with gun violence and firearms regulation, cases like Ruple’s serve as a reminder of the need for stricter laws and more effective enforcement. The Grimy Times will continue to follow this case and provide updates as more information becomes available.
Key Facts
- State: Oklahoma
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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