Felon Caught with Loaded Handgun in Vehicle.
Rastice Lee Burdex, 28, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, has been charged with being a felon in possession of a firearm after police found a loaded handgun in his vehicle during a traffic stop, according to court documents.
On August 20, 2020, Albuquerque Police stopped the vehicle in which Burdex was traveling. A search of the vehicle allegedly revealed a loaded handgun beneath the driver’s seat.
Burdex was previously convicted of aggravated battery against a household member with a deadly weapon and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. As a previously convicted felon, Burdex cannot legally possess a firearm or ammunition.
An indictment is only an allegation. A defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty. If convicted, Burdex faces up to 10 years in prison.
Burdex will remain detained pending trial. The FBI Albuquerque Field Office investigated this case with assistance from the Albuquerque Police Department. Assistant U.S. Attorney Alexander M. Uballez is prosecuting the case.
Burdex’s previous convictions make him ineligible to possess a firearm. His current charge is punishable by up to 10 years in prison.
Defendant: Rastice Lee Burdex
Criminal Charges: Being a felon in possession of a firearm
City and State: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Date: August 20, 2020
Sentence/Outcome: Remains Detained Pending Trial
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Key Facts
- State: New Mexico
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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