San Jose – In a shocking turn of events, 38-year-old Sean Finn of San Jose, California, was sentenced to 72 months in prison for being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition.
The sentence was handed down by the Honorable Beth L. Freeman, United States District Judge, on June 19, 2018. Finn pleaded guilty to the charge on the same day, admitting to possessing a loaded Colt Mk IV .380 caliber semi-automatic firearm with an obliterated serial number on February 3, 2017.
According to court documents, Finn was a convicted felon and was not eligible to possess a firearm at the time of the incident. Additionally, he was in possession of a stolen vehicle and approximately 400 pieces of stolen mail.
Finn’s troubles began on February 3, 2017, when he was found to be in possession of the firearm and stolen property at a department store in Santa Clara. He was subsequently charged with being a felon in possession of a firearm, in violation of 18 U.S.C. § 922(g), and being in possession of stolen matter, in violation of 18 U.S.C. § 1708.
A federal grand jury indicted Finn on April 13, 2017, and he pleaded guilty to the first count, with the second count being dismissed. Assistant United States Attorney Patrick Delahunty is prosecuting the case, with the assistance of Susan Kreider.
As part of his sentence, Finn will also serve a three-year term of supervised release, which will begin at the conclusion of his prison term. The investigation into Finn’s activities was conducted by the United States Postal Inspection Service and the Santa Clara Police Department.
Finn’s case serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of violating firearms laws, particularly for those who have previously been convicted of a felony. It is a cautionary tale that highlights the importance of adhering to the law and respecting the rights of others.
Key Facts
- State: California
- Category: Weapons
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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