Montrel Hammond, Felon in Possession of a Firearm, Arkansas 2023

LITTLE ROCK—A violent offender who has a history of breaking into homes and cars will spend over 17 years in federal prison for owning a firearm. Montrel Hammond, a 31-year-old North Little Rock, Arkansas resident, pleaded guilty to one count of being a felon in possession of a firearm.

On October 3, 2023, Hammond appeared before United States District Judge James M. Moody, Jr. and admitted to the crime. The judge sentenced him to 17 years and 10 months in federal prison. Hammond will also serve not more than five years of supervised release upon completion of his prison sentence.

Hammond’s sentence was based on the severity of the offense as well as his documented violent criminal history. He has prior convictions for being a felon in possession of a firearm, domestic battery, possession of a controlled substance, and residential burglary.

The investigation that led to Hammond’s arrest began on October 27, 2022, when Little Rock Police Department officers stopped a 2008 black Santa Fe that matched the description of a vehicle suspected in the breaking and entering of several other vehicles in the area. The driver, Montrel Hammond, was taken into custody and interviewed regarding his involvement in the suspected breaking or entering offenses.

According to court documents, Hammond admitted to breaking into a 2021 Toyota Rav4 and stealing several credit cards. During the search of his vehicle, a 9 mm firearm was found under the driver’s seat.

The investigation was conducted by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives with assistance from the Little Rock Police Department.

In total, Hammond faces not less than 15 years and no more than life in prison and a fine of $250,000 for the crime. There is no parole in the federal system.

Hammond’s violent history has left a trail of victims in its wake. Those who have been affected by his actions can find support and resources through local organizations and law enforcement agencies.

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