Richard Ouellette, Felon in Possession of a Firearm, New Hampshire 2011

CONCORD, NEW HAMPSHIRE – Richard Ouellette, 28, of Milford, has been sentenced to 33 months in federal prison for being a felon in possession of a firearm, announced United States Attorney John P. Kacavas.

Ouellette was previously convicted of accomplice to armed robbery as a result of his participation in a 2004 armed robbery at Hans Market in Manchester, New Hampshire. As a result of that state felony conviction, Ouellette was sentenced to three years imprisonment at the New Hampshire State Prison. Federal law prohibits persons convicted of felony crimes from owning or possessing firearms or ammunition.

During an undercover operation in January, 2011, Ouellette sold a German, Model Makarov, 9mm pistol and ammunition to agents of the United States Drug Enforcement Administration. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives subsequently determined that the firearm had been reported stolen from a residence during a home burglary in Deering, New Hampshire.

United States Attorney John P. Kacavas praised the efforts of federal law enforcement in this case and said, "ensuring that persons who violate the prohibition against possessing firearms are brought to justice is a central mission of my office. We will continue to work closely with our state and federal partners to enforce federal gun laws."

The case was investigated by the United States Drug Enforcement Administration and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. The case was prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Jennifer Cole Davis.

Ouellette’s prior conviction for accomplice to armed robbery was a direct result of his involvement in the 2004 armed robbery at Hans Market in Manchester, New Hampshire. This conviction led to a three-year sentence at the New Hampshire State Prison, a direct consequence of violating federal law.

The investigation and subsequent prosecution of Ouellette serve as a reminder of the consequences of violating federal gun laws. United States Attorney Kacavas emphasized the importance of enforcing these laws to protect public safety.

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