Albuquerque Man Sentenced for Federal Firearm Offenses
Monday, June 10, 2024Share
For Immediate Release
U.S. Attorney’s Office, District of New Mexico
ALBUQUERQUE – Albuquerque man sentenced to 66 months in prison after pleading guilty to federal charges arising from the armed robbery of a Federal Firearms Licensee in Albuquerque in 2022.
There is no parole in the federal system.
According to court documents, on April 29, 2022, special agents from the ATF were notified of an armed robbery that occurred the previous day at the Big 5 Sporting Goods Federal Firearms Licensee (FFL) located at 2720 San Mateo Blvd. NE in Albuquerque.
According to employees, Dawayne Yates, 53, entered the store and requested to inspect a rifle. After confirming his identity, an employee handed Yates a Ruger Mini-14 rifle. Yates then pulled out a handgun, pointed it at the employee, and demanded another rifle. Fearing for her life, the employee gave Yates an Dickinson, model XX3D-M-2, 12-gauge shotgun.
Yates stole both firearms, placing them in a gun case he took from the store, and fled in a vehicle with no license plate.
Fingerprint evidence from the crime scene matched Yates. A victim identified him from a photo lineup. On May 2nd, Yates was arrested at a local motel, where police recovered:
A 9mm Taurus pistol matching the description of the gun used in the robbery
A .22 caliber Remington rifle
Ammunition
Body armor
Suspected fentanyl pills
The stolen firearms from Big 5 were not recovered. Yates has prior felony convictions prohibiting him from possessing firearms or ammunition.
After completing his term of imprisonment, Yates will be required to serve five years of supervised release.
U.S. Attorney Alexander M.M. Uballez and Brendan Iber, Special Agent in Charge of the Phoenix Field Division of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, made the announcement today.
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives investigated this case with assistance from the Albuquerque Police Department. Assistant United States Attorney Patrick E. Cordova prosecuted the case.
Albuquerque Man Pleads Guilty to Manufacturing and Selling Machinegun Conversion Devices
Wednesday, June 12, 2024Share
For Immediate Release
U.S. Attorney’s Office, District of New Mexico
ALBUQUERQUE – An Albuquerque man pleaded guilty in federal court to engaging in the business of dealing firearms without a license and possession of a machine gun conversion device.
According to court documents, in December 2022, the ATF identified an Instagram user as possibly being in possession of and selling illegal machine gun conversion devices, which modify firearms to make them fire fully automatic. The ATF identified the user as Joe Jasso, 20, by the distinctive tattoo on his hand.
In January 2023, the account was deleted.
A new Instagram account was identified by the ATF in January 2023, which appeared to belong to Jasso based on the same hand tattoos being visible on posts on the account.
On February 3, 2023, undercover detectives from the Albuquerque Police Department contacted Jasso through Instagram and set up a controlled purchase of machine gun conversion devices from Jasso and his mother, Rachael Jasso. During the transaction, Jasso explained to the undercover detective how to install the conversion device onto a firearm and confirmed that it would allow the firearm to shoot fully automatic. Jasso also offered to obtain an assault rifle auto sear to sell to the undercover officer.
On February 16, 2023, federal law enforcement agents and local law enforcement executed a search warrant at Jasso’s residence in Albuquerque. Inside the home, law enforcement located and seized:
Approximately ten firearms,
Five machine gun conversion devices,
A large amount of ammunition,
Numerous ammunition magazines (both loaded and unloaded), and
A 3D printer.
As part of his guilty plea, Jasso admitted he knew the conversion devices met the federal definition of a firearm and that he did not have a license to engage in the business of selling firearms.
The Court ordered that Jasso remain in custody pending sentencing, which has not been scheduled.
At sentencing, Jasso faces up to 10 years in prison. Upon his release from prison, Jasso will be subject to up to three years of supervised release.
Jasso’s co-defendant, Rachel Jasso, is currently scheduled to stand trial on July 8, 2024.
U.S. Attorney Alexander M.M. Uballez and Brendan Iber, Special Agent in Charge of the Phoenix Field Division of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, made the announcement today.
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives investigated this case with assistance from the Albuquerque Police Department. Assistant U.S. Attorney Samuel A. Hurtado is prosecuting the case.
Machine gun conversion devices and auto sears are illegal devices designed to modify a semi-automatic firearm so it is capable of fully automatic fire, that is, continuous firing with a single trigger pull. The possession, manufacture, and/or sale of machine gun conversion devices without proper licensing is a federal offense punishable by severe penalties, including up to 10 years in prison and fines up to $250,000. The use of machinegun conversion devices poses a significant public safety risk, as they transform semi-automatic firearms into dangerous machine guns capable of causing catastrophic harm.
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We have setup this GoFundMe to help Alec, Lindsey and Siena to help fund Proton Radiation Therapy, as it is an extremely expensive and specialized treatment. There are only 30 $100 million proton machines in the US, and the only radiation treatment that specializes in saving eloquent tissue in the brain. They ask for continued prayers and are extremely appreciative of any and all financial contributions.
Democrats Turned New Mexico into the Most Dangerous State in the Nation
Did you know? New Mexico’s Democratic leadership has hit another milestone for the worst! >>>New Mexico is officially the #1 most dangerous state in America, according to a ranking by U.S. News & World Report.
According to the platform, the ranking factors in each state’s violent crime rate and property crime rate to determine how well they foster public safety.
You can thank your Democratic State Representatives who have worked hard to kill almost every tough crime bill that Republicans have tried to pass during every legislative session, including this previous one!
Just this January: Republicanstried toend the revolving door of crime and keep the most dangerous, violent criminals behind bars. Democrats killed those bills.
Republicanstried to instill harsher penalties for felons in possession of a firearm. Democrats killed those bills.
Republicanstried to instill tougher penalties for sexual offenders, especially those who target children.Democrats killed those bills.
Republicans tried to secure the open border and stop cartel activity from taking advantage of it.Democrats killed those bills.
Are you seeing a pattern here?
Democrats hold a majority in both legislative chambers as well as the Governor’s office. They could have passed any crime law they wanted for decades, but they haven’t. As a matter of fact, they have chosen to pursue passing laws that would lessen penalties for criminals and hinder the police.
Are you seeing a pattern yet?
Now that Democrats have succeeded in making New Mexico the most dangerous state in the nation, are they backtracking and changing their direction? NO.
Rather than addressing the root causes of violent crime, they are shifting their focus towards you, the law-abiding citizen, and attempting to undermine your Second Amendment right to protect yourself and your family against the very threats their policies have fostered.
Democratic leadership, both state and nationwide, continuously shows they care more about criminals than keeping your kids and families safe.
This is not your grandparents’ Democratic Party. Today’s Democratic party has been infiltrated by radicals and extremists who openly hate our country, our values, our freedoms, and especially our unity as Americans.
This November, we encourage you to vote for every Republican on your ballot to ensure that New Mexico takes a firm stand against crime and gets off all of the bad lists.
If you believe New Mexico deserves better, Vote Republican in November!
You have this information, now what?
Make it a habit of contacting your Democratic Reps and asking them to prioritize tough crime bills in the upcoming special session, particularly regarding border security.
Gov. Lujan Grisham has stated she’s not interested in bringing up border security in the special session, let her know you want to see it addressed and supported. Remember, these Representatives work for YOU.
Find and contact NM State Representatives and Senators HERE. Contact Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham: (505) 476-2200
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SOCIALIST NM Governor Announces Special Session on “Public Safety” To Begin July 18
Dear Second Amendment Supporters: Yesterday, anti-gun Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham announced that she is convening lawmakers in Santa Fe for a special legislative session beginning July 18 to address “public safety” issues. This, in spite of the fact that she just made the recent 30-day budget session a de facto special session on crime-related legislation (most of which progressive lawmakers defeated) and gun control proposals (most of which failed, including gun bans, magazine limits, restrictions on purchase and possession of firearms by young adults, and attacks on firearms industry members.) Anti-gun bills which did pass and she signed into law — the 7-day waiting period on firearms purchases and ban on open carry at polling places — haven’t even taken effect yet (both do so on May 15.) Lujan Grisham has publicly stated that she wants lawmakers to consider legislation restricting panhandling, increasing the penalty for felons in possession of firearms, determining the competency of criminal defendants, and assuring delivery of mental health services to at-risk individuals during this special session. The Santa Fe New Mexican is reporting that gun control measures and pretrial detention are off the table until, presumably, the 60-day session in 2025. Gun owners must remain vigilant! We’ve shared with you what is being reported today, but the special session is still three months away. This governor has never passed up an opportunity to push for more restrictions on your Second Amendment rights or conjure up an “emergency” that requires immediate executive or legislative action on firearms. Please contact legislative leadership and use the button below to email your State Senator and State Representative and tell them enough is enough — no more gun control in the July Special Session. Senate Majority Leader Peter Wirthpeter.wirth@nmlegis.govHouse Speaker Javier Martinezjavier.martinez@nmlegis.gov
In a recent podcast interview with Greg Sargent of “The New Republic,” a far-leftist group, Democrat New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham stirred controversy with statements admitting to blatant voter manipulation and hypocrisy on key issues. Amidst an array of contentious topics, Lujan Grisham’s remarks on the “New World Order” and her reflections on policy and demographic responses drew particular attention.
Lujan Grisham, who made the controversial decision to remove National Guard troops from the border early in her tenure, said during the interview that more politicians need to embrace unconstitutional public health orders to get issues like immigration fixed.
“I think southwestern governors can show an impact in workforce development, in public safety and security, and in ways that are more meaningful but can sort of set the model in the same way. Not every state should or will embrace a public health order to deal with particular high-cost, high-stakes gun violence emergencies in their communities. But I think you’ll see them talk about it in more of a public health context, and I think this way, it isn’t a fight between extremism on either side of an issue,” she said.
The governor added, “The same issues are expected to be addressed here, and Hispanics and Latinos both want that. For example, if I had to wait in line to come here, then other people should too. But they also recognize you can’t get a visa anymore. They recognize that all of the drama about all the nefarious activity at the border — they recognize that more of that nefarious activity is organized crime at ports of entry.”
However, she nor her legislative allies have proposed any legislative action to alleviate the border issue. At the same time, political leaders like State Rep. John Block (R-Alamogordo) have led the Republican effort to help secure the state’s border, which has fallen on deaf ears to Democrats in the Legislature.
Her interview highlighted what many see as a pattern of failing to address the tangible crisis at the border — a crisis amplified by her early actions as governor, which directly contributed to the current state of affairs.
“I’m not gonna give it up now for this extremism effort in this country and around the world,” Grisham declared, framing her political stances as a fight against what she labeled as a rise in fascism and sexism.
It is notable that the governor repeatedly tried to declare Republicans as “extreme,” while during her tenure as governor, she has pushed for the most extremist policies in the country, including abortion up-to-birth laws, executive orders and bills banning all gun possession, hiking prices on gas, and enacting socialist programs that are costing taxpayers hundreds of thousands of dollars annually.
“I see it in my state with, you know, MAGA extremists, not with everyone else, but certainly there. And I can see that the risks are greater for me as I campaign or go out publicly. They are really angry, but I think it’s intimidation and insecurity and a New World Order, which I hate using that language. But we’re talking about fascism and sexism and inequality, and I think, uh, it somehow makes some people feel better about themselves. And Trump plays into that, I think, very effectively, but it’s incredibly dangerous,” she told Sargent.
When asked about citizens exercising the right to vote and potential fears of violence during the 2024 elections, Lujan Grisham said, “I hope not, but I don’t think it’s outside the realm of possibilities. Just look at the Trump era pre-, during, and post-COVID. Anyone making any policy decisions was at risk. Certainly, I was threatened. Any of our marches or protests were met with far too many individuals who were very angry and were carrying automatic weapons and rifles that does not create an environment where people can, in fact, peacefully protest. That level of intimidation is purposeful.”
It is worth noting that the governor applauded Black Lives Matter/Antifa rioters who protested in the streets and bucked her own public health orders during her years-long COVID-19 lockdown. In her above statement, she also incorrectly claims that New Mexicans counter-protested these marches and riots with “automatic weapons,” which did not happen. Automatic weapons are illegal in the United States, per federal law.
The governor did not shy away from touting her socialist educational policies, implying that initiatives such as “free” college and pre-k were key to garnering votes, particularly from younger demographics. She said, “So, in New Mexico, free college, free daycare, free universal pre-k, leaning in to make sure that every New Mexican reads, not just at but above grade average, which is something we haven’t leaned into.”
She then admitted, “And I think with the rhetoric with every other issue except the economy, Biden needs to lean in hard for his successes there. He needs to lean in hard for education. I will tell you, I got voters in record numbers — younger voters — because of free college,” Lujan Grisham stated, in an admission that these socialist programs are actually a mechanism to buy votes.
Her commentary also ventured into the realm of identity politics, criticizing Hispanic men who didn’t support her while at the same time trying to court their votes. “I had economic messaging work to do with Hispanic men, in particular, in rural areas,” she confessed, acknowledging a need to recalibrate her strategy to appeal to this demographic.
The interview also saw Lujan Grisham attacking her own constituency, specifically Hispanic men in rural areas, suggesting that their disapproval of her stemmed from outdated sexist ideologies supposedly revived by the Trump era. She accused MAGA supporters of sexism and intimidation, categorizing their political passion as “MAGA fury” and claiming it was rooted in a fear of losing power.
Moreover, Lujan Grisham criticized the GOP’s approach to immigration, framing it as failure and fear-mongering. “They would actually want a candidate not to poison the debate and not to create fear and anger, which is racist, but to actually resolve some of the problems,” she said, trying to position herself as the more reasonable and solution-oriented leader despite her administration flatly ignoring border policies.
Also, in the interview, Sargent asked the governor about the bill she just signed, S.B. 5, banning some guns at polling places and if it was meant to increase public safety, specifically at the polls.
She responded, “Certainly not in the day-to-day violence that we’re seeing playing out in far too many communities in New Mexico. But if you’re gonna take measures and you’re gonna focus on — we all have a constitutional right to be safe at work and at our churches, grocery stores, movie theaters, and homes and neighborhoods, then I think it’s really valuable we have this piece of legislation that I signed into law yesterday that says ‘Look, we care about polling workers and we care about creating safe spaces for people to exercise their right and privilege to vote.’”
It is unclear why the governor is now creating new constitutional “rights” when she herself claimed while signing an illegal, anti-gun executive order that no constitutional right, including her oath of office, is “absolute.” She also openly admitted that the anti-gun law relating to polling places would “certainly not” help alleviate crime, proving it was just another Democrat feel-good messaging bill.
The governor’s dialogue with Sargent revealed much about her political strategy and low views about her constituents. Her candidness may resonate with the fringes of her base. However, her words appear to only evidence her prioritization of partisanship and political gamesmanship over the substantive issues facing New Mexico and the nation.
IF YOU KEEP ELECTING THEM, THEY WILL SCREW YOU EACH AND EVERY TIME!!!
On Tuesday, the far-left, anti-energy Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed H.B. 41 into law. The bill sponsored by Sen. Mimi Stewart (D-Albuquerque) is dubbed the “clean fuel standard.”
The bill will increase gas prices by at least 50 cents per gallon, and you can expect similar increases in groceries and supplies and pretty much everything else. This bill will make life more expensive in New Mexico for average consumers — harming the poorest New Mexicans, who will take the biggest hit with the new law.
The bill finally passed the Legislature by a thin margin of 36-33 in the House of Representatives.
California, Oregon, and Washington have similar laws in place, and the gas prices in these states have risen significantly due to the radical proposal.
According to the California Energy Commission, “Filling up the tank in California also costs more since gasoline prices are higher on average than the rest of the United States for a few reasons. These reasons include the isolated nature of the state’s transportation fuels market, a special gasoline recipe that reduces air pollution, environmental program costs, and taxes.”
Washington State’s Department of Ecology’s May 12, 2022 report admitted the price increase due to the Clean Fuel Standard in the state, while an Oregon Department of Environmental Quality report acknowledged significant cost increases due to its version of the law.
Now, as New Mexicans battle the crippling burdens of inflation among ramifications from other legislation passed, consumers will be saddled with the brunt of the extreme legislation to hike gas prices to high levels the state has never seen before.
Despite the ramifications to New Mexicans, Democrats celebrated the extremist bill being signed into law:
State Rep. John Block (R-Alamogordo), also the Piñon Post’s editor, wrote about the bill taking effect, “Remember the gas prices now here in NM — and this is after over three years of Joe Biden’s hellscape. The governor and her allies in the Legislature are hiking our gas prices by over 50 CENTS PER GALLON with the horrific HB41. Hold THEM accountable by electing the strongest conservative fighters in the June primary and then the November general election to take them out and finally take out the trash!”
“It’s clear that Governor Lujan Grisham took a look at California’s highest gas prices in the nation and decided that’s what she wants for New Mexico’s families,” said Larry Behrens, Communications Director for Power The Future, following the bill’s signing. “As a national leader in oil production, New Mexico’s leaders should do all they can to support our energy industry. Instead, Santa Fe politicians want to copy failed policies that punish families by driving up prices.”
EFFECTIVE MAY 15, 2024 ALL FIREARMS PURCHASES* WILL REQUIRE UP TO A 20 DAY WAITING PERIOD FROM INITIATION OF YOUR BACKGROUND CHECK
If you receive an immediate “proceed” on your background check you are required to wait 7 calendar days to receive your firearm.
If you receive a “proceed” on your background check within 7 days of submission, you can receive your firearm 7 calendar days after the background check was submitted.
If your background check hasn’t returned a “proceed” within 7 days, you are required to wait until a “proceed” is received or 20 days, whichever is shorter, to receive your firearm.
* Holders of a valid New Mexico CCW license, sales between qualified law enforcement officers and sales between immediate family members are exempt.
The New Mexico Legislature passed, and anti-gun governor Michelle Lujan Grisham signed into law, House Bill 129 during the 2024 30-day session. HB 129 mandates a 7-calendar day waiting period on firearms purchases, including for buyers who pass a NICS background check. Exceptions apply only to FFLs, holders of valid NM concealed handgun licenses, law enforcement agencies, between law enforcement officers authorized to carry a firearm and certified pursuant to federal law or the Law Enforcement Training Act, and transfers between immediate family members. STATE LAWMAKERS WHO VOTED FOR HB 129 ARE LISTED BELOW.
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