Julio Cesar Galvan, Felon in Possession of Ammunition, Indiana 2021

HAMMOND, IN - In a shocking turn of events, 29-year-old Julio Cesar Galvan of Lansing, Illinois was sentenced to 46 months in prison for being a felon in possession of ammunition.

According to documents obtained by Grimy Times, Galvan was pulled over by Hammond Police Officers on March 19, 2021 during a sobriety checkpoint. A search of his vehicle resulted in the recovery and seizure of a fully loaded black and gray handgun, which was identified as a 'ghost gun' due to its lack of a serial number or other identifiers.

As a convicted felon at the time of the stop, Galvan was prohibited from possessing a firearm or ammunition. This blatant disregard for the law has earned him a spot behind bars for nearly four years.

The case was investigated by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, in partnership with the Hammond Police Department. Assistant U.S. Attorney Caitlin M. Padula prosecuted the case, which was brought as part of the joint federal, state, and local Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN) Program.

This evidence-based program has been proven to be effective in reducing violent crime. Through PSN, a broad spectrum of stakeholders work together to identify the most pressing violent crime problems in the community and develop comprehensive solutions to address them.

Galvan's sentence includes 46 months in prison followed by 2 years of supervised release. This harsh punishment serves as a reminder that our justice system will not tolerate such blatant disregard for the law.

The case is a stark reminder that the streets of Hammond, Indiana are not safe for those who choose to break the law. Grimy Times will continue to follow this story and bring you updates as more information becomes available.

**Mandatory Facts**

Defendant: Julio Cesar Galvan

Criminal Charges: Felon in Possession of Ammunition

City and State: Hammond, Indiana

Exact Date: March 19, 2021

Sentence/Outcome: 46 months in prison followed by 2 years of supervised release

Source: https://www.justice.gov/usao-ndin/pr/lansing-man-sentenced-46-months-prison