Federal Prison
Coverage of Federal Prison in the Nexus archive.
- Man sentenced to 6½ years for assaulting, threatening Chicago restaurateur over $405K loan
A man was sentenced to six and a half years in federal prison for threatening and assaulting a Chicago restaurateur during an attempt to collect a $405K loan.
- Ex-Franklin soccer coach gets 30-year sentence in child exploitation, immigration case
A former Franklin soccer coach was sentenced to 30 years in federal prison for a child exploitation and immigration case. The coach was accused of sexually abusing children over multiple years.
- Bureau of Prisons Will Close Facilities Housing Thousands of Inmates
The Bureau of Prisons will close facilities housing thousands of inmates. The federal prison in Big Spring, Texas, is among the facilities to close.
- I'm a CEO who once spent 3 years in federal prison. Here's what I learned about bouncing back.
T. Renee Smith, CEO of iSuccess Consulting, served a 46-month federal prison sentence in 2007 for conspiring to use false financial information to obtain loans. After rebuilding her career, she now advises bouncing back by grieving, accepting, and shifting mindset.
- Polygamous sect leader convicted of abuse charges after girls found in trailer on Arizona highway
A polygamous sect leader was convicted of child abuse charges in Arizona. He is already serving a 50-year federal prison sentence for orchestrating sex involving children.
- Man sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for fentanyl death
An Austin man was sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for fentanyl distribution that caused the death of a 24-year-old. The sentencing occurred on June 24 in connection with the fatal drug distribution.
- Sean 'Diddy' Combs release date moved up, federal records show
Sean 'Diddy' Combs' release date has been moved up, according to federal records. He was sentenced in October to four years and two months in federal prison for transporting people across state lines for sexual encounters.
- Sean 'Diddy' Combs release date moved up, federal records show
Sean 'Diddy' Combs' prison release date has been moved up, according to federal records. He was sentenced in October to four years and two months in federal prison after being convicted of transporting people across state lines for sexual encounters.
- What to do with $3.7M recovered from Andrew Do scheme? OC leaders to discuss Tuesday
Orange County leaders will discuss allocating $3.7 million recovered from Andrew Do's corruption scheme, which involved bribes for funds intended to support seniors and people with disabilities. The funds, recovered from seized assets, are being considered for returning to Do's former district or repurposing based on current community needs.
- Columbia Man Sentenced to Over 12 Years in Federal Prison for Guns and Drugs
Christopher Kentrell Jones, 33, of Columbia, has been sentenced to over 12 years in federal prison. The sentence is for distributing cocaine and possessing a firearm during a drug trafficking offense.
- Texas City man sentenced for illegally possessing machine gun
A 32-year-old man from Texas City was sentenced to federal prison for possessing and transferring an illegal machine gun. The case involved the illegal possession and transfer of a machine gun, leading to the man's federal prison sentence.
- Grandson of mob boss John Gotti arrested in alleged domestic assault
The grandson of mob boss John Gotti was arrested in an alleged domestic assault case. The arrest occurred weeks before he was scheduled to surrender to federal prison following a conviction for COVID-related fraud.
- Grandson of mob boss John Gotti arrested in alleged domestic assault
The grandson of mob boss John Gotti was arrested in an alleged domestic assault case. The arrest occurred weeks before he was scheduled to surrender to federal prison following a conviction for COVID-related fraud.
- Grandson of mob boss John Gotti arrested in alleged domestic assault
The grandson of mob boss John Gotti was arrested in an alleged domestic assault case. The arrest occurred weeks before he was scheduled to surrender for a federal prison sentence following a conviction for COVID-related fraud.
- Guam Prison Inmate Sentenced to Life in Federal Prison for Drug Trafficking; Co-Conspirators Receive Federal Sentences
A Guam prison inmate was sentenced to life in federal prison for drug trafficking. Co-conspirators involved in the case also received federal sentences.
- New Mexico Man Gets Life in Federal Prison for 2023 Carjacking Murder
Brayden Matthew Alvarado was sentenced to life in federal prison in El Paso for the 2023 carjacking, kidnapping, and murder of a Las Cruces man. The sentencing followed federal charges related to the violent crimes.
- Lawton Man in Illegal Possession of 11 Firearms while Subject to a Protective Order is Sentenced to Serve 57 Months in Federal Prison
A Lawton man was sentenced to 57 months in federal prison for illegally possessing 11 firearms while subject to a protective order. The case involved a violation of firearm possession laws under a court-issued protective order.
- Old Town Meth Trafficker Sent to Federal Prison
Ronald Carl Peavy II, 49, from Old Town, Florida, was sentenced to 12 years in federal prison for possession with intent to distribute 50 grams or more of methamphetamine.
- Monterey County Man Sentenced To 10 Years In Prison For Attempted Enticement Of Two Minors
Edy Antonio, Jr. was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for attempting to coerce and entice two minors to engage in sexual activity. The sentencing occurred in San Jose.
- Lexington County Woman Sentenced to Federal Prison for Possessing a Firearm During a Drug Trafficking Crime
Brittany Nicole Miles, 37, of Lexington, was sentenced to five years in federal prison for possessing a firearm during a drug trafficking crime.
- Louisville Man and Nicholasville Woman Sentenced to 15 Years in Federal Prison for Online Enticement of Minors
A Louisville man and a Nicholasville woman were sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for online enticement of minors. The case involved federal charges related to targeting children through online platforms.
- Romanian gets 5 years in prison for hacking Oregon govt network
A Romanian national was sentenced to 56 months in federal prison for hacking into an Oregon state government computer network and conducting cyberattacks targeting multiple U.S. victims.
- Judge Sentences New Bern Fentanyl Dealer to 12 Years in Federal Prison
A federal judge in New Bern sentenced a fentanyl dealer to 12 years in federal prison. The case highlights the ongoing legal consequences for drug-related crimes in the region.
- Conway Felon Sentenced to Nearly 12 Years in Federal Prison for Weapon Violation
Brian Justin Canty, 37, of Conway, was sentenced to nearly 12 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition.
- Blood Test Lab Owner Sentenced to More Than 4 Years in Federal Prison for Using Shill to Collect Medicare Payments to Evade $11.2 Million in Taxes
A Burbank man was sentenced to 51 months in federal prison for evading over $11.2 million in taxes by using a shill to collect Medicare reimbursements for his blood-testing company and fraudulently obtaining nearly $100,000 in taxpayer-funded COVID-19 business relief.
- Judge Sentences Ahoskie Armed Career Criminal to 15 Years in Federal Prison
A judge in Ahoskie sentenced an individual labeled an 'armed career criminal' to 15 years in federal prison. The case highlights the individual's history of violent offenses, leading to a significant prison term under federal law.
- Former Dallas Housing Authority Employee Sentenced to Two Years in Prison for Stealing Government Funds
A former Dallas Housing Authority maintenance supervisor was sentenced to two years in federal prison for stealing government funds. The individual's actions led to a criminal conviction and imprisonment.
- Houston-area resident sentenced to 10 years for stock investment Ponzi scheme
A 41-year-old man from Mont Belvieu, Texas, was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for orchestrating a Ponzi-style investment scheme involving wire fraud. The scheme defrauded victims through fraudulent stock investment promises.
- Romanian National Sentenced for Selling Access to Networks of Oregon State Government Office and Other U.S. Victims
A Romanian national was sentenced to 56 months in federal prison and three years of supervised release for cyber attacks targeting an Oregon state government office in 2021 and other U.S. victims. The case was announced by U.S. Attorney Scott E. Bradford.
- Arizona Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Federal Prison for Methamphetamine Charge
An Arizona man was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine. The sentencing occurred on May 26, 2026, in Davenport, Iowa.
- Fort Dodge Man Sentenced to 9 Years in Federal Prison for Meth and Cocaine Conspiracy
A man from Fort Dodge was sentenced to 9 years in federal prison for his involvement in a meth and cocaine conspiracy. The case highlights federal drug enforcement efforts.
- Armed Career Criminal Sentenced to 15 Years in Federal Prison for Illegally Possessing a Gun
An armed career criminal was sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for illegally possessing a gun. The case highlights the legal consequences of gun-related offenses for individuals with prior criminal records.
- Chicago Man Sentenced to Four Years in Federal Prison for Cyberstalking Former Romantic Partners
Vincent Storme, a Chicago man, was sentenced to four years in federal prison for cyberstalking and threatening six women after they ended romantic relationships with him. The case highlights federal prosecution of online harassment and stalking behavior.
- Fentanyl Dealer Sentenced to More Than a Decade In Federal Prison
A fentanyl dealer has been sentenced to more than a decade in federal prison for drug trafficking offenses. The conviction represents law enforcement efforts to combat the opioid crisis by prosecuting major drug distributors. The substantial prison sentence reflects the severity of fentanyl-related crimes in the federal justice system.
- Decorah Methamphetamine Dealer Sentenced to Federal Prison
A methamphetamine dealer from Decorah has been sentenced to federal prison for drug trafficking offenses. The case represents law enforcement's ongoing efforts to combat illegal drug distribution in the region.
- Former contractor sent to federal prison for hacking employer’s network in retaliation for termination
A 36-year-old Ohio man was sentenced to federal prison for hacking his former employer's network in retaliation for being terminated. The cyberattack caused over $860,000 in losses to the company. The case highlights the serious legal consequences for computer fraud and sabotage.
- Columbia Man Sentenced to More than 16 years in Federal Prison for Trafficking Methamphetamine, Fentanyl
Micaiah Green, a 31-year-old from Columbia, South Carolina, has been sentenced to more than 16 years in federal prison for trafficking methamphetamine and fentanyl. The sentencing concludes a federal drug trafficking case involving controlled substances.
- Disgraced IMPD Sergeant to Spend Nine Years in Federal Prison for Distribution of Child Sexual Abuse Material
A disgraced Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) sergeant has been sentenced to nine years in federal prison for distributing child sexual abuse material. The conviction represents a significant breach of trust by a law enforcement officer.
- Former High School Teacher Sentenced to 12 Years and 7 Months in Federal Prison for Child Pornography Offenses
A former high school teacher has been sentenced to 12 years and 7 months in federal prison for child pornography offenses. The conviction represents a significant criminal case involving the exploitation of minors. The sentence reflects the serious nature of child sexual abuse material crimes.
- Armed Career Criminal Sentenced to 15 Years in Federal Prison for Being a Felon in Possession of a Firearm
Devin Adams, a multi-convicted felon, was sentenced to 180 months (15 years) in federal prison for illegally possessing a firearm. The sentencing reflects federal law enforcement's efforts to prosecute armed career criminals who violate weapons possession prohibitions.