Vincent Irving Jones, 33, of Fairmont, West Virginia, has admitted in federal court to felony charges of possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine and unlawful possession of a firearm. The guilty plea was entered before U.S. Magistrate Judge Michael John Aloi in Clarksburg.
According to court documents, Jones was found to be in possession of a quantity of methamphetamine in Marion County, indicating his intention to distribute the substance unlawfully.
Further investigation revealed that Jones also possessed a firearm, a violation of federal law due to his prior felony convictions which prohibit him from owning firearms.
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Jones now faces significant potential penalties for his crimes. The charge of possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine carries a maximum sentence of 20 years in federal prison.
Additionally, the charge of unlawful possession of a firearm carries a potential sentence of up to 15 years in federal prison.
The actual sentence will be determined by a federal district court judge at a future hearing, taking into consideration the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines and other relevant statutory factors.
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Assistant U.S. Attorney Will Rhee is representing the government in the prosecution of this case.
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