A Passaic County man has admitted to illegally possessing a firearm and ammunition, authorities announced.
According to court documents, Jamir Clark, 27, of Paterson, New Jersey, pleaded guilty to one count of possession of a firearm and ammunition by a convicted felon before U.S. District Judge Claire C. Cecchi. The charge carries a maximum sentence of 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000.
Clark, who has previously been convicted of possession of controlled substances within 1,000 feet of a school, a felony offense, was found to possess a firearm capable of accepting a large capacity magazine, which was loaded with 14 rounds of .45 caliber ammunition on June 7, 2020. He is scheduled to be sentenced on February 22, 2022.
The Violent Crime Initiative (VCI), a partnership between the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Jersey, the Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office, and the City of Paterson’s Department of Public Safety, led the investigation. The VCI is a collaborative effort to combat violent crime in and around Paterson, with agencies including federal, state, county, and city agencies working together to prosecute violent offenders.
The government is represented by Assistant U.S. Attorney Francesca Liquori of the U.S. Attorney’s Office Organized Crime and Gangs Unit in Newark.
Clark’s guilty plea is a significant blow to the community, highlighting the ongoing struggle with gun violence in Paterson. The city has seen a rise in violent crimes in recent years, and this case serves as a reminder of the need for continued efforts to address the issue.
As the investigation continues, residents are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.
Key Facts
- State: New Jersey
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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