James Timothy Mathis, Felon in Possession of Firearm, Oklahoma 2023

Felon Caught with Loaded Gun

A convicted felon from Sequoyah County has been caught with a firearm, leading to a guilty plea. According to federal authorities, 41-year-old James Timothy Mathis was found in possession of a .38 SPL caliber Smith & Wesson Bodyguard Airweight revolver.

The charges against Mathis stem from an investigation by the Sequoyah County Sheriff’s Office and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.

Under federal law, individuals with a felony conviction are prohibited from possessing firearms or ammunition.

Mathis, a resident of Muldrow, Oklahoma, entered a guilty plea to one count of Felon in Possession of Firearm in a Muskogee courtroom. The Honorable Jason A. Robertson, a U.S. Magistrate Judge, accepted the plea and ordered a presentence investigation report.

Mathis was remanded to the custody of the U.S. Marshal pending sentencing. Special Assistant United States Attorney Michael R. Pahl represented the government in the case.

The case highlights the dangers of felons possessing firearms and the efforts of law enforcement to keep communities safe.

The investigation and prosecution of this case demonstrate the commitment of federal agencies to enforcing laws and protecting the public.

The guilty plea brings an end to this case, but it also serves as a reminder of the importance of public safety and the consequences of violating the law.

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