NEWARK, N.J. – Lamont Nelson, a convicted felon, is facing serious charges after being arrested for illegally possessing a handgun in Newark, New Jersey, officials announced.
Nelson, 26, of Newark, New Jersey, is charged with one count of illegal possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. He is scheduled to appear this afternoon by videoconference before U.S. Magistrate Judge André Espinosa.
According to court documents and statements made in court, detectives from the Newark Police Department encountered Nelson on the sidewalk on October 8, 2020. He appeared nervous and touched a black bag on his shoulder, which contained a firearm. The Colt model Pocket Positive .32 Caliber 6-shot revolver, bearing serial number 81259, was loaded with six rounds of .32 caliber ammunition.
Nelson is a convicted felon and is not permitted to possess a handgun under federal law. The maximum penalty for illegal possession of a firearm is 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000.
The investigation was led by special agents of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, Newark Field Division, and detectives of the Newark Police Department. The government is represented by Assistant U.S. Attorneys Alexandra Tsakopoulos Saker and Edeli Rivera.
The charge and allegations contained in the complaint are merely accusations, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty. Defense Counsel Laura Sayler, Assistance Federal Public Defender, Newark, will represent Nelson.
MANDATORY FACTS
1. Defendant: Lamont Nelson
2. Exact charges: One count of illegal possession of a firearm by a convicted felon
3. City and state: Newark, New Jersey
4. Exact date: October 8, 2020
5. Sentence or outcome: Currently pending
6. Dollar amount: Up to $250,000 fine
Key Facts
- State: New Jersey
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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