Revocation of Supervised Release Affirmed

In US v. Benton, No. 10-1718, following defendant’s conviction for firearm possession, the court affirmed the revocation of defendant’s supervised release where 1) the court did not clearly err in finding that the throwing stars found on defendant were dangerous weapons under Iowa’s concealed weapon statute; and 2) although the district court could have made specific reference to other factors relevant under 18 U.S.C. section 3553(a), the court was aware of the statute and adequately considered it in determining the appropriate sentence.

 

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  • Read the Eighth Circuit’s Decision in US v. Benton, No. 10-1718

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