Kenneth Finch, Jr., Convicted Felon in Possession of a Firearm, Massachusetts 2015

Convicted Felon in Possession of a Firearm Lands in Hot Water

A Springfield man is facing serious consequences after being caught with a firearm. Kenneth Finch, Jr., 29, of Springfield, Massachusetts, was indicted by a federal grand jury in Springfield on one count of being a convicted felon in possession of a firearm.

According to court documents, law enforcement received information that Finch was a source for firearms in the Springfield area. On June 3, 2015, Finch sold a Ruger Model P-90 .45 caliber pistol and six rounds of .45 caliber ammunition to two undercover officers in exchange for $1,200. Finch had prior felony convictions in North Carolina for possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, breaking and entering, attempted burglary in the second degree, and possession with intent to distribute marijuana.

The charge of being a convicted felon in possession of a firearm carries a sentence of no greater than 10 years in prison, three years of supervised release, and a fine of $250,000. Actual sentences for federal crimes are typically less than the maximum penalties. Sentences are imposed by a federal district court judge based upon the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines and other statutory factors.

United States Attorney Carmen M. Ortiz and Daniel J. Kumor, Special Agent in Charge of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives, Boston Field Division, made the announcement today. The case is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Katharine A. Wagner of Ortiz’s Springfield Branch Office.

The details contained in the indictment are allegations. The defendant is presumed to be innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

The case serves as a reminder that those with prior convictions must adhere to the law and face serious consequences if they choose to ignore it. As the investigation continues, it remains to be seen what the outcome will be for Finch.

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