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Joselyn Barra Charged with Misprision of a Felony and Violating the Federal Gun Control Act
New Orleans, Louisiana – In a shocking turn of events, 54-year-old Joselyn Barra of St. Tammany Parish has pleaded guilty to misprision of a felony and violating the Federal Gun Control Act. Barra was indicted by a Federal Grand Jury on July 1, 2021, and faces serious charges that could land her behind bars for up to 13 years.
The investigation, which was led by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the New Orleans Police Department, began in May 2019 when detectives were investigating a shooting in the Seventh Ward. During the investigation, they discovered four firearms and a bullet-proof vest in Barra’s home. However, what they found was even more incriminating – Barra had previously been convicted of various felonies, making it illegal for her to possess firearms.
Barra’s case is a stark reminder of the importance of Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), a program that has been successful in reducing violent crime in communities across the country. PSN brings together all levels of law enforcement to identify the most pressing violent crime problems and develop comprehensive solutions to address them.
Barra’s sentencing is scheduled for [insert date], and she faces a maximum term of imprisonment of three years for misprision of a felony and up to 10 years for violating the Federal Gun Control Act. She also faces a maximum fine of up to $250,000 and up to three years of supervised release following any term of imprisonment.
The case was prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Melissa Bücher of the U.S. Attorney’s Office. The investigation was conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the New Orleans Police Department.
Barra’s case is a sobering reminder of the importance of gun control laws and the need for law enforcement to work together to keep our communities safe. As the investigation continues, it remains to be seen what other charges may be brought against Barra and her son, Matthew Barra, who was also convicted of various felonies.
In the meantime, the people of New Orleans can take comfort in knowing that law enforcement is working tirelessly to keep their community safe. With the help of Project Safe Neighborhoods, we can work together to reduce violent crime and make our neighborhoods safer for everyone.
**Mandatory Facts:**
Defendant/Respondent: Joselyn Barra
Criminal Charges: Misprision of a Felony (Title 18, United States Code, Sections 4) and Violating the Federal Gun Control Act (Title 18, United States Code, Sections 922(g)(1) and 924(a)(2))
City and State: New Orleans, Louisiana
Exact Date: July 1, 2021 (indictment) and December 16, 2021 (sentencing)
Sentence or Outcome: Pleaded guilty to misprision of a felony and violating the Federal Gun Control Act
Dollar Amounts: Up to $250,000 in fines and up to three years of supervised release following any term of imprisonment
Key Facts
- State: Louisiana
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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