Sean Jason Romanjenko, a 39-year-old Deadwood man, has been sentenced for Illegally Possessing a Firearm in the United States District Court, South Dakota. The sentence was handed down on January 13, 2014, by Chief Judge Jeffrey L. Viken.
Romanjenko was found guilty of knowingly possessing a .45 caliber pistol at a shooting range near Deadwood on December 1, 2012. This possession is a crime, as Romanjenko had previously been convicted of a crime, making him prohibited from owning firearms.
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, along with the Unified Narcotics Enforcement Team, investigated the case. Assistant U.S. Attorney Eric Kelderman prosecuted the case.
Romanjenko pled guilty to the charge on October 18, 2013. As a result of the sentence, Romanjenko has been ordered to serve 2 years of probation and pay a $2,500 fine, as well as a $100 special assessment to the Federal Crime Victims Fund.
Illegally possessing a firearm is a serious offense, and Romanjenko’s sentence serves as a reminder of the consequences of breaking gun laws.
The investigation and prosecution of this case demonstrate the commitment of law enforcement agencies to upholding gun laws and keeping communities safe.
Romanjenko’s sentence is a stark reminder that those who break the law will be held accountable.
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Key Facts
- State: South Dakota
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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