McAlester Man Pleads Guilty to Possessing Firearm and Ammunition After Felony Conviction
A 54-year-old McAlester man has pleaded guilty to a federal charge of being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition, announced the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Oklahoma. Ronnie Lee Faulconer entered the guilty plea on [unknown date] in Muskogee, Oklahoma, before the Honorable Steven P. Shreder, U.S. Magistrate Judge.
The indictment alleges that on or about December 9, 2018, Faulconer knowingly possessed a firearm and ammunition in and affecting commerce, despite having been convicted of a crime punishable by imprisonment for a term exceeding one year. The charges arose from an investigation by the McIntosh County Sheriff’s Office and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
The guilty plea exposes Faulconer to a maximum sentence of 10 years in prison and a $250,000 fine, or both. However, if the court deems him an Armed Career Criminal, the offense is punishable by not less than 15 years imprisonment. A presentence investigation report has been ordered to determine the extent of Faulconer’s sentence.
Assistant United States Attorney Sarah McAmis represented the United States in the case. Faulconer remains in custody pending sentencing.
The case was the result of an investigation by the McIntosh County Sheriff’s Office and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Faulconer’s guilty plea is a significant step in holding him accountable for his actions and bringing closure to the victims and the community.
As a convicted felon, Faulconer is prohibited from possessing firearms and ammunition. His guilty plea serves as a reminder that those with a history of crime will be held accountable for their actions, and the U.S. Attorney’s Office will continue to work tirelessly to ensure public safety.
Faulconer’s sentence will be determined at a later date. In the meantime, he remains in custody pending sentencing.
Key Facts
- State: Oklahoma
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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