Taray Butler, a resident of New Orleans, has been charged with being a felon in possession of a firearm, a serious crime that puts the public at risk. According to the U.S. Attorney’s office, Butler was arrested on May 6, 2015, following a grand jury indictment.
Butler’s arrest is a result of a prior felony conviction from Orleans Parish Criminal District Court. The indictment charges that on October 14, 2014, Butler was found to be in possession of a firearm with an extended magazine during an arrest by the New Orleans Police Department.
This is a serious offense, and if convicted, Butler faces a maximum of 10 years in the Bureau of Prisons, a $250,000 fine, three years of supervised release, and a $100 special assessment fee. The U.S. Attorney’s office has praised the work of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and the New Orleans Police Department for their investigation into this case.
The case is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Myles Ranier. U.S. Attorney Kenneth A. Polite reiterated that the indictment is merely a charge and that the guilt of the defendant must be proven beyond a reasonable doubt.
Butler’s case is a reminder that being a felon in possession of a firearm is a serious crime with severe consequences. The public has a right to be safe, and law enforcement agencies will continue to work tirelessly to ensure that those who pose a threat to public safety are held accountable.
Taray Butler, a 30-year-old New Orleans resident, is currently in custody facing charges of being a felon in possession of a firearm. The case is ongoing, and Butler’s fate will be decided in a court of law.
The U.S. Attorney’s office has a zero-tolerance policy for crimes that put the public at risk. This case is a prime example of the office’s commitment to keeping our communities safe.
Taray Butler, Felon in Possession of a Firearm, Louisiana 2015
Taray Butler, a New Orleans resident, has been charged with being a felon in possession of a firearm, a crime that carries a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison and a $250,000 fine.
The case is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Myles Ranier, and U.S. Attorney Kenneth A. Polite has praised the work of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and the New Orleans Police Department for their investigation.
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Key Facts
- State: Louisiana
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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