Hunter Biden convicted on 3 gun-related charges; and after? – WGAU

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A federal jury convicted Hunter Biden Tuesday on three federal gun-related charges designed to prevent drug addicts from owning firearms.

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This is the first time a member of a president’s immediate family has been convicted of a crime during his father’s term.

What charges was he convicted of and what happens next? Here’s what we know now.

What are the fees?

Biden was charged with three felonies stemming from his purchase and possession of a Colt Cobra .38 revolver in October 2018.

He is accused of making a false statement constituting a firearms sale and making a false statement in a firearms transaction file.

According to prosecutors, the crimes were committed when Biden – while filling out a form to purchase the weapon – checked a box saying “no” next to a question asking whether he was an illegal user of a controlled substance or if he was addicted to a controlled substance.

The third charge accused Biden of violating a law that prohibits illegal drug users or addicts from possessing a firearm.

And after?

Biden could face up to 25 years in prison and a fine of up to $750,000 at sentencing. He will likely receive much less than the maximum for a first-time offender. He could also get probation for his convictions.

The sentencing date has not yet been announced, although it is usually set for 120 days after the verdict.

President Joe Biden said last week he would not pardon his son.

Biden faces another trial in the fall for tax crimes. Biden has pleaded not guilty in the case, which is expected to go to trial in September.