Published on: Thursday, March 13, 2025
North Carolina man pleads guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm, with a guideline sentencing range of 41-51 months. He's sentenced to 114 months, largely based on evidence he committed violent acts while behind bars awaiting sentencing. Fourth Circuit: Um, sentencing someone to more than double the Sentencing Guidelines range is unreasonable. Vacated and remanded.
The case is United States v. Nixon, 23-4207 (4th Cir. Mar 10, 2025).