EUGENE, Ore. – Braxton Michael Monson Jr., 31, of Redmond, Oregon, is headed to federal prison for a significant stretch after being sentenced to 80 months for being a felon in possession of a firearm. U.S. District Court Judge Ann Aiken handed down the sentence on May 24, 2017, sealing Monson’s fate and adding another chapter to his criminal history.
The case stems from a January 6, 2014, arrest in Redmond. Police found Monson clutching an AR-15-style rifle, along with a cache of ammunition. But the gun wasn’t the whole story. A search revealed drugs, scales used for weighing narcotics, and a considerable amount of cash – all pointing to more than just simple gun possession.
Court documents reveal Monson wasn’t a first-time offender. He already had a rap sheet, burdened by multiple felony convictions. Previous charges included several assaults and unlawful delivery of methamphetamine, disqualifying him from legally owning any firearm. This wasn’t a mistake; it was a conscious violation of federal law.
The FBI and the Redmond Police Department jointly investigated the case, piecing together the evidence that ultimately led to Monson’s conviction. Assistant U.S. Attorney Nathan J. Lichvarcik spearheaded the prosecution, with crucial support from Deschutes County Deputy District Attorney Kari Hathorn, demonstrating a coordinated effort to keep dangerous weapons out of the hands of convicted felons.
Monson’s time behind bars won’t end with the 80-month sentence. Upon his release, he’ll be subjected to three years of supervised release, a period where his movements and activities will be closely monitored. Whether this will be enough to steer him away from a life of crime remains to be seen.
This case serves as a stark reminder that possessing a firearm while being a convicted felon carries severe consequences under federal law. The Grimy Times will continue to track cases like these, shining a light on the individuals who put our communities at risk and the dedicated law enforcement officials working to hold them accountable.
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Key Facts
- State: Oregon
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Weapons|Violent Crime|Drug Trafficking
- Source: Official Source ↗
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