Felon in Possession of a Firearm Leads to 10-Year Sentence for Mission Man
United States Attorney Brendan V. Johnson announced that Gary Joe Emery, age 27, of Mission, South Dakota appeared before U.S. District Judge Roberto A. Lange on February 6, 2013 and pled guilty to Felon in Possession of a Firearm.
The maximum penalty upon conviction is 10 years in custody, a $250,000 fine, or both; 3 years of supervised release; and a $100 special assessment. Emery’s guilty plea comes after being convicted of a felony in United States District Court – District of South Dakota on April 13, 2009, and possessing a firearm at his residence in Todd County, South Dakota, on June 10, 2012.
The investigation was conducted by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives and the Rosebud Sioux Tribe Law Enforcement Services. The case is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Marie H. Ruettgers.
A presentence investigation was ordered, and a sentencing date was set for May 6, 2013. The defendant was remanded to the custody of the U.S. Marshal pending sentencing.
This case highlights the importance of gun control and the consequences of breaking the law. It is a stark reminder that felons have no place in possession of firearms.
The community can rest assured that the authorities will continue to work tirelessly to keep them safe.
Emery’s guilty plea is a significant step towards justice, and we look forward to the sentencing hearing on May 6, 2013.
As the investigation unfolds, it is essential to remember that the truth will come to light, and those responsible will face the consequences.
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Key Facts
- State: South Dakota
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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