A Las Vegas man, William Edward Jones, 37, has been sentenced to two years and nine months in federal prison for being a felon in possession of a firearm. This sentence is a direct result of Jones’ actions on July 7, 2018, when he was found with a semi-automatic handgun despite being a convicted felon.
According to the plea agreement, on the day of the incident, Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department officers responded to a fatal car accident. Following the accident, Jones underwent a medical check, during which a semi-automatic handgun fell from his waist area. As a convicted felon, Jones is prohibited from possessing a firearm, making this a clear violation of the law.
The case was investigated by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, with Assistant United States Attorney Allison Reese prosecuting the case. The sentencing hearing was presided over by United States District Judge Andrew P. Gordon, who ultimately handed down the two-year and nine-month sentence.
This case was brought as part of Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), a nationwide program by the Department of Justice aimed at reducing violent crime and making neighborhoods safer. The Department has made turning the tide of rising violent crime in America a top priority, and this case is a prime example of their efforts to hold individuals accountable for their actions.
Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN) has been historically successful in bringing together all levels of law enforcement to reduce violent crime. In October 2017, the Department announced the reinvigoration of PSN as part of a series of actions to address the rising crime trend. For more information about PSN, visit www.justice.gov/usao-nv.
The sentencing of William Edward Jones serves as a reminder that the law will not tolerate individuals who choose to ignore it. As a convicted felon, Jones knew that he was not allowed to possess a firearm, yet he chose to do so anyway. This sentence should serve as a warning to others who would consider similar actions, and it highlights the importance of programs like Project Safe Neighborhoods in keeping our communities safe.
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Key Facts
- State: Nevada
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: Official Source ↗
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