Date: 07-31-2024

Case Style:

United States of America v. Thomas Burton

Case Number: 4:24-cr-00196

Judge: Matthew W. Brann

Court: The United States District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania (Lackawanna County)

Plaintiff's Attorney: The United States Attorney’s Office in Scranton

Defendant's Attorney:

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Description:

Scranton, Pennsylvania criminal defense lawyer represented the Defendant charged with Possession Of A Weapon And A Controlled Substance
FCI Allenwood Inmate Charged With Possession Of A Weapon And A Controlled Substance

Thomas Burton was discovered to be in possession of a homemade shank and synthetic marijuana on June 19, 2024.

This matter was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI). Assistant United States Attorney Sarah R. Lloyd is prosecuting the case.

The maximum penalty under federal law for possessing a weapon in prison is five years imprisonment, three years of supervision, and a fine. The maximum penalty under federal law for possessing a controlled substance in prison is one year of imprisonment, one year of supervision, and a fine. A sentence following a finding of guilt is imposed by the Judge after consideration of the applicable federal sentencing statutes and the Federal Sentencing Guidelines.

Outcome:

Indictments are only allegations. All persons charged are presumed to be innocent unless and until found guilty in court.

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