Hasus L. Hardy, Firearms Possession, Pennsylvania 2021

Hasus L. Hardy, a 34-year-old resident of Johnstown, Pennsylvania, has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Pittsburgh for violating federal firearms laws. The one-count indictment, announced by United States Attorney Cindy K. Chung, names Hardy as the sole defendant.

According to the indictment, on or about August 25, 2021, Hardy knowingly, intentionally, and unlawfully possessed firearms and ammunition after having previously been convicted of a crime punishable by imprisonment for a term exceeding one year. The law provides for a maximum total sentence of 10 years in prison, a fine of $250,000 or both.

The sentence imposed would be based upon the seriousness of the offenses and the prior criminal history, if any, of the defendant. Assistant United States Attorney Arnold P. Bernard Jr. is prosecuting this case on behalf of the government. The United States Marshals Service conducted the investigation leading to the indictment in this case.

An indictment is an accusation. A defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

Hasus L. Hardy has been charged with violating federal firearms laws, specifically for possessing firearms and ammunition after a previous conviction. The case is currently ongoing, and Hardy’s status will be updated as more information becomes available.

The indictment was announced by United States Attorney Cindy K. Chung, but it is essential to note that an indictment is not a conviction. The defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

The United States Marshals Service led the investigation into this case, and Assistant United States Attorney Arnold P. Bernard Jr. will be prosecuting the case on behalf of the government.

Mandatory facts: Defendant, Hasus L. Hardy; Exact criminal charge, violating federal firearms laws; City and state, Johnstown, Pennsylvania; Exact date, August 25, 2021; Sentence or outcome, up to 10 years in prison and a $250,000 fine.

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