DENVER, CO – The United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit has affirmed the conviction of Eddie White Jr. in a direct criminal appeal challenging his sentence for unlawfully possessing a firearm as a previously convicted felon.
White was convicted in the U.S. District Court for the District of Kansas (Case No. 2:19-CR-20055-HLT-1) of violating 18 U.S.C. § 922(g)(1). During trial, the Government presented undisputed evidence establishing the elements required for conviction. White admitted to possessing a Glock 9mm pistol but argued that his possession was under duress.
The case was heard before Judges Hartz, Ebel, and Rossman, with the opinion entered for the court by Judge Ebel.
The court reviewed multiple claims raised on appeal, including alleged due process violations based on the Government’s use of post-Miranda statements and alleged misstatements during closing arguments. Ultimately, the panel concluded that no plain error occurred and affirmed the judgment of conviction.
