Shane Christopher Williams, Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon, Mississippi 2016

State: Mississippi
Category: Violent Crime
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A Jackson man has pleaded guilty to possessing a firearm by a convicted felon, announced U.S. Attorney Mike Hurst and Special Agent in Charge Dana Nichols with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.

Shane Christopher Williams, 25, of Jackson, pled guilty yesterday before U.S. District Judge Carlton Reeves to possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. On August 12, 2016, the Jackson Police stopped a vehicle on Capitol Street near Longino Street for making an illegal U-turn. Williams was the front seat passenger.

The officer observed Williams looking back and reaching into the back seat prior to the car stopping. The officer had to give both the driver and Williams commands over the loud speaker to place their hands on the dashboard of the car before the officer could approach. A Hi-Point .380 caliber pistol was recovered from under the front passenger’s seat where Williams had been sitting.

Williams faces a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison and a $250,000 fine. Judge Reeves will sentence Williams on August 19, 2018 at 9:30 a.m.

The case was investigated by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Glenda R. Haynes.

Shane Christopher Williams, the 25-year-old defendant, is expected to receive a sentence of up to 10 years in prison and a $250,000 fine for his crime. The defendant’s guilty plea marks a significant milestone in the case.

The exact date of the crime was August 12, 2016, in Jackson, Mississippi. The defendant’s legal status as a convicted felon prohibited him from possessing a firearm, making his crime a serious offense.

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) investigated the case and Assistant U.S. Attorney Glenda R. Haynes prosecuted the defendant. Judge Carlton Reeves will sentence the defendant on August 19, 2018 at 9:30 a.m.