A Bullitt County man has been sentenced to a significant amount of time in federal prison for illegally possessing a firearm. James Nott, 41, was sentenced yesterday to 2 years and 9 months in prison, followed by 3 years of supervised release, for illegally possessing an AK-type 7.62 mm rifle, a Charter Arms .38 special revolver, and ammunition on July 11, 2023.
Nott was prohibited from possessing a firearm because he had previously been convicted of the following felony offenses: possession of an unregistered destructive device and possession of a firearm by an unlawful user of marijuana. These convictions occurred in the United States District Court for the Western District of Kentucky on November 11, 2011.
The case was investigated by the FBI and the Mt. Washington Police Department. Assistant U.S. Attorneys Christopher Tieke and Stephanie Zimdahl prosecuted the case.
Nott’s sentence comes as a result of his decision to illegally possess firearms despite his previous convictions. This is a serious offense and one that can have severe consequences, as seen in Nott’s sentence.
The federal prison system does not offer parole, so Nott will be required to serve out the full 2 years and 9 months of his sentence without the possibility of early release.
This case serves as a reminder of the importance of following the law and respecting the restrictions placed on individuals who have been convicted of felony offenses. Nott’s actions demonstrate a disregard for these restrictions and the consequences that come with them.
Defendant: James Nott, 41, a resident of Bullitt County, was sentenced to 2 years and 9 months in federal prison for illegally possessing a firearm. The crime occurred on July 11, 2023, in Louisville, KY.
Criminal Charges: Nott was convicted of possession of an unregistered destructive device and possession of a firearm by an unlawful user of marijuana. These convictions occurred on November 11, 2011, in the United States District Court for the Western District of Kentucky.
Sentence: Nott was sentenced to 2 years and 9 months in prison, followed by 3 years of supervised release.
City and State: The crime occurred in Louisville, KY, and the sentencing took place in the Western District of Kentucky.
Exact Date: July 11, 2023, is the date on which Nott was found to be in possession of the firearm, and November 11, 2011, is the date on which he was convicted of the felony offenses.
Key Facts
- State: Kentucky
- Category: Weapons
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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