Muadhdhin Bey, Possessing Firearm and Ammunition, Pennsylvania 2016

A Philadelphia man is facing serious charges after being accused of possessing a firearm and ammunition, despite having a prior felony conviction.

Muadhdhin Bey, age 33, was charged with possessing a firearm and ammunition on March 28, 2016, after having been convicted of a felony offense, announced United States Attorney Zane David Memeger.

The charges were brought after an investigation by the Philadelphia Police Department and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Assistant United States Attorney Jonathan B. Ortiz is prosecuting the case.

According to the indictment, Bey could face a maximum of 10 years in prison, a special assessment of $100, a 3-year term of supervised release, and a potential fine if convicted.

An indictment is an accusation. A defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

The case is a stark reminder of the importance of gun control laws and the need for stricter regulations on firearm ownership for individuals with prior convictions.

Mandatory facts about the case include the defendant's real full name, Muadhdhin Bey, the exact criminal charges, possessing a firearm and ammunition, the city and state, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the exact date of the crime, March 28, 2016, and the sentence or outcome, a maximum of 10 years in prison, a special assessment of $100, a 3-year term of supervised release, and a potential fine.

Source: https://www.justice.gov/usao-edpa/pr/felon-charged-possessing-firearm-and-ammunition