Hunter Biden, son of U.S. President Joe Biden, has been found guilty on all three federal gun charges against him. The charges stem from an incident in October 2018, during which he purchased a .38 caliber revolver while falsely denying drug use on a federal form. The jury, after approximately three hours of deliberations, reached a verdict that could potentially lead to a significant prison sentence, although legal experts suggest the time served may be less than the maximum possible. This case marks the first time the child of a sitting president has been convicted of felony charges in a federal court.
Hunter Biden found guilty on all three federal felony gun charges.
The charges relate to making false statements during the purchase of a .38 caliber revolver in October 2018 and possession of a firearm by an unlawful user of a controlled substance.
The jury, consisting of six men and six women, deliberated for about three hours before reaching the verdict.
Legal experts anticipate that Hunter Biden will serve less time than the maximum 25-year sentence possible for the charges.
This verdict comes shortly after former President Donald Trump’s conviction in a New York hush money case, marking a historic period of legal actions involving high-profile political figures.
The trial featured evidence of Hunter Biden’s drug use and personal turmoil, including his self-acknowledged addiction to crack cocaine.
Defense argued that Hunter Biden believed he was not using drugs at the time of the gun purchase, and the gun was never loaded or used.
First Lady Dr. Jill Biden and other family members were present during the trial, showing support for Hunter Biden.
Hunter Biden is also facing a trial in California for allegedly failing to pay over a million dollars in taxes.
This case is significant as it is the first time a child of a sitting president has been convicted of felony charges in federal court.
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