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Preston Allen, a 59-year-old convicted felon from Lufkin, Texas, has been sentenced to 33 months in federal prison for possessing multiple firearms despite being prohibited from doing so due to a previous conviction for aggravated sexual assault of a child in 2003. The incident occurred in February 2025, when law enforcement officers attempted to serve a warrant at his home and found him with the guns. As a convicted felon, Allen is barred from owning or possessing firearms, making his actions a clear violation of federal law.
The case was investigated by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and the Angelina County Sheriff’s Office, with prosecution handled by Assistant U.S. Attorney Donald S. Carter. The sentencing was handed down by U.S. District Judge Marcia A. Crone on July 9, 2026, in the Eastern District of Texas.
This case is part of Operation Take Back America, a nationwide initiative aimed at combating violent crime, eliminating cartels and transnational criminal organizations, and protecting communities from perpetrators of violent crime. The operation underscores the commitment of law enforcement agencies to uphold the law and ensure public safety.
The sentencing of Preston Allen serves as a reminder of the consequences of violating federal firearms laws, particularly for individuals with prior convictions. It also highlights the collaborative efforts of law enforcement agencies in pursuing and prosecuting such cases to maintain public safety and uphold the rule of law.
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