Date: 08-14-2024

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United States of America v. Joseph P. Rehbein

Case Number: 3:24-cr-00008

Judge: James D. Peterson

Court: The United States District Court for the Western District of Wisconsin (Dane County)

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

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Madison, Wisconsin criminal defense lawyer represented the Defendant charged with possessing 50 grams or more of methamphetamine intended for distribution.
Armed Madison Drug Dealer Sentenced to 5 Years

Joseph P. Rehbein, 32, Madison, Wisconsin, was indicted for possessing 50 grams or more of methamphetamine intended for distribution.

On August 3, 2023, officers stopped a vehicle driven by Rehbein because it was reported stolen. After stopping, Rehbein got out of the car and ran, dropping a loaded 9mm handgun. During the short foot chase, Rehbein also tossed a bag containing methamphetamine before being arrested. Inside the car, officers found a large amount of methamphetamine inside a bag. In total, approximately 177 grams of methamphetamine was recovered. Rehbein is prohibited from legally possessing firearms or ammunition because he has multiple prior felony convictions. He was also on state probation at the time of this offense.

At the sentencing, Judge Peterson expressed concern that Rehbein engaged in drug trafficking while on state probation for similar conduct.

This case has been brought as part of Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), the U.S. Justice Department’s program to reduce violent crime. The PSN approach emphasizes coordination between state and federal prosecutors and all levels of law enforcement to address gun crime, especially felons illegally possessing firearms and ammunition and violent and drug crimes that involve the use of firearms.

The charge against Rehbein was the result of an investigation conducted by the Madison Police Department and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. Assistant U.S. Attorney William M. Levins prosecuted this case.

Outcome:

Defendant was found guilty and sentenced to 5 years in federal prison. The prison term will be followed by 4 years of supervised release

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