William Lee Taylor, Felon in Possession of a Firearm, Washington 2024
A Spokane man has been sentenced to 72 months in federal prison for being a previously convicted felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition.
According to court documents, 53-year-old William Lee Taylor was sentenced by Senior United States District Judge Justin L. Quackenbush on [Date] in Spokane, Washington.
Taylor, who is a previously convicted felon, was found to be in possession of a .22 caliber, H. Schmidt (Ostheim), Model 21 S, 22 Magnum revolver. The revolver was loaded with five rounds of .22 caliber ammunition.
The incident occurred in the East 2100 block of Cataldo Avenue in Spokane, Washington, where members of the Spokane Police Department Patrol Anti-Crime Team (PACT) were investigating an unrelated matter.
During the investigation, Taylor took flight and a foot pursuit ensued. While pursuing Taylor, an officer observed him reaching into his waistband. Taylor jumped a fence, fell to the ground and was apprehended.
U.S. Attorney Joseph H. Harrington said, “Previously convicted felons should be aware that there are serious criminal penalties associated with possessing any firearm or ammunition.”
The case was investigated by the Spokane Police Department PACT and the Spokane Resident Office of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. The case was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Patrick J. Cashman.
The sentencing of Taylor serves as a reminder of the serious consequences of possessing firearms and ammunition as a previously convicted felon.
Defendant: William Lee Taylor
Criminal Charges: Being a previously convicted felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition
City and State: Spokane, Washington
EXACT DATE: [Date]
Sentence or outcome: 72 months in federal prison
Additional information: Taylor will also serve a three-year term of court supervision following his release from federal prison.
Key Facts
- State: Washington
- Category: Weapons
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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