A federal jury convicts Demarcus Williams, a 33-year-old Memphis resident, of illegally possessing a firearm as a convicted felon. The jury’s decision follows a three-day trial, emphasizing that Williams had prior convictions for three violent felonies—a detail that could significantly enhance his sentence under the armed career criminal statute.
The loaded Taurus .40 caliber pistol, discovered during a traffic stop on July 26, 2023, was hidden under Williams’ driver’s seat. With a mandatory minimum sentence of 15 years looming, U.S. Attorney D. Michael Dunavant underscores the dangers posed by convicted felons in possession of firearms, stating this case exemplifies ongoing efforts to enforce federal gun laws under the Project Safe Neighborhoods initiative.
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