A 39-year-old Wilkes-Barre man was sentenced to 27 months in prison for unlawfully possessing a firearm as a convicted felon, federal authorities announced today. Joseph White, of Wilkes-Barre, previously pleaded guilty to being in possession of a firearm in Kingston in June 2013.
According to United States Attorney Peter Smith, White’s conviction stems from an investigation by special agents from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), the Pennsylvania State Police, and Kingston Police. The defendant was indicted by a federal grand jury in January 2014.
White’s sentence was handed down by Senior U.S. District Court Judge James M. Munley in Scranton. In addition to the 27-month prison term, Judge Munley also ordered White to serve two years on supervised release following his prison sentence, and to pay a special assessment of $100.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Francis P. Sempa prosecuted the case.
The case serves as a reminder of the serious consequences that individuals face when they violate federal laws related to firearm possession. As this case demonstrates, the authorities will aggressively pursue those who break the law and put the public at risk.
White’s guilty plea and subsequent conviction highlight the importance of cooperation between law enforcement agencies in preventing and investigating crimes. The successful prosecution of this case is a testament to the dedication and hard work of the agents and prosecutors involved.
As the investigation and prosecution of this case demonstrates, the government remains committed to ensuring public safety and upholding the law in Luzerne County and throughout the Middle District of Pennsylvania.
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Key Facts
- State: Pennsylvania
- Category: Weapons
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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