Julius Augillard, Felon in Possession of Firearm, Louisiana 2024

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New Orleans Man Guilty of Being Felon in Possession of Firearm

New Orleans, Louisiana – In a shocking turn of events, 38-year-old Julius Augillard has pleaded guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm, according to federal authorities.

On February 20, 2023, Augillard was found to be in possession of a firearm on the 500 block of Bourbon Street during Mardi Gras festivities after leading Louisiana State Police Troopers on a short foot pursuit.

During the pursuit, police discovered a Smith and Wesson Model SD40VE, .40 caliber pistol on his person. At the time of the apprehension, Augillard had already been previously convicted of a crime punishable by imprisonment for a term exceeding one year.

Furthermore, on December 31, 2023, Augillard was found to be in possession of an International Model PT609 PRO, nine-millimeter semi-automatic pistol near 200 Tremé Street while trespassing at an apartment complex.

Augillard is scheduled to be sentenced on January 16, 2025, and faces up to 15 years imprisonment, a fine of up to $250,000, up to three years of supervised release, and a mandatory special assessment fee of $100 for each count. He is currently being held in federal custody.

This case is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), a program aimed at reducing violent crime and gun violence in local communities. The case was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the New Orleans Police Department, with the assistance of the Louisiana State Police.

Assistant United States Attorney Paul J. Hubbell is in charge of the prosecution. Augillard’s guilty plea marks a significant milestone in the fight against gun violence in New Orleans, and authorities are urging residents to remain vigilant in their efforts to keep their communities safe.