Jatarius Nyquan Horne, 27, Pleads Guilty to Federal Firearm Offense in Orlando

Orlando, FL – In a federal courtroom, Deltona resident Jatarius Nyquan Horne pleaded guilty to a serious federal firearm offense. United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg announced the guilty plea on behalf of the federal government.

Horne, 27, faces a maximum penalty of 15 years in federal prison for his crime. A sentencing date has not yet been set.

According to court documents, on July 3, 2022, officers with the Orlando Police Department conducted a traffic stop on West Central Boulevard in Orlando. The stop was initiated after the officers observed the vehicle bearing two different license plates from two separate states.

When approached by the officers, they observed marijuana in plain view. Upon removing the vehicle’s occupants, including Horne, the officers found a loaded 9mm handgun in Horne’s waistband.

Jatarius Nyquan Horne had previously been convicted of multiple felony offenses, including fleeing to elude and burglary. As a convicted felon, he is prohibited from possessing a firearm or ammunition under federal law.

This case was investigated by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, and the Orlando Police Department. Assistant United States Attorney Aakash Singh is prosecuting the case.

The case is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), a program aimed at reducing violent crime and gun violence in our communities. Launched on May 26, 2021, the program brings together all levels of law enforcement and the communities they serve to make our neighborhoods safer for everyone.

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