Lakennth J’Darrious Smith, Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon, Mississippi 2019

A Meridian man who had a history of crime found himself behind bars for an extended period for violating federal law. Lakennth J’Darrious Smith, 30, was sentenced to 92 months in prison for possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, announced U.S. Attorney Darren J. LaMarca and Special Agent in Charge Jermicha Fomby of the Federal Bureau of Investigation in Mississippi.

The crime took place on August 28, 2019 in Meridian, when officers of the Meridian Police Department executed a search warrant and found Smith in possession of a 7.62x39mm caliber pistol in his bedroom.

As a convicted felon, Smith is not allowed to possess any firearm, according to federal law. He had two prior felony convictions and failed to adhere to the law.

The Meridian Police Department and the FBI investigated the case along with Assistant U.S. Attorney Charles W. Kirkham, who prosecuted the case.

The case falls under the joint federal, state, and local Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN) Program. This is a program aimed at reducing violent crime, where stakeholders work together to identify the most pressing violent crime problems in the community and develop comprehensive solutions to address them. The focus is on the most violent offenders and partnering with locally based prevention and reentry programs for lasting reductions in crime.

Lakennth J’Darrious Smith’s sentence is a result of his decision to possess a firearm as a convicted felon. He will be serving 92 months in prison for this offense. This case serves as a reminder of the importance of adhering to federal laws and the consequences of violating them.

The PSN Program aims to create lasting reductions in crime by targeting the most violent offenders and working with local communities to prevent crime. By partnering with prevention and reentry programs, the program aims to break the cycle of violence and create safer communities.

Lakennth J’Darrious Smith’s case is a prime example of the PSN Program’s efforts to reduce violent crime in Mississippi. His sentence serves as a warning to others who may be considering violating federal laws.

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