Jason Edwards, Cocaine Distribution, Illinois 2014

A 28-year-old Alton man has pleaded guilty to federal drug charges, according to a press release from the United States Attorney for the Southern District of Illinois, Stephen R. Wigginton.

Jason Edwards, 28, of Alton, Illinois, pled guilty today to all charges against him in the indictment returned by a Federal Grand Jury in December 2014. The charges relate to the distribution of cocaine.

Specifically, Edwards pled guilty to distribution of cocaine on or about February 20, 2014, in Madison County (Count 1); and distribution of cocaine on or about September 5, 2014, in Madison County (Count 2). The offenses are violations of the Federal Controlled Substances Act.

Both Counts 1 and 2 carry a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison, a $1 million fine, and not less than 3 years’ supervised release. All counts require an assessment of $100.

The information leading to the charges against Edwards was obtained in an investigation conducted by the Alton Police Department. This case is being handled by Special Assistant United States Attorney Vanessa T. Lu.

According to the indictment, Edwards is accused of selling cocaine in Madison County. The investigation by the Alton Police Department led to the charges, and Edwards is facing serious penalties if convicted.

The guilty plea is a significant development in the case against Edwards, and it is likely that he will face a significant sentence if convicted. The case is a reminder of the serious consequences of engaging in drug trafficking in Southern Illinois.

Jason Edwards, full name, is the defendant/respondent in this case. He was charged with two counts of distribution of cocaine, in violation of the Federal Controlled Substances Act. The crimes occurred in Madison County, Illinois, on February 20, 2014, and September 5, 2014. Edwards faces up to 20 years in prison, a $1 million fine, and not less than 3 years’ supervised release. The assessment for each count is $100.

Source: https://www.justice.gov/usao-sdil/pr/alton-man-pleads-guilty-federal-drug-charges