Validity of prior conviction may not be collaterally attacked in prosecution for being felon in possession of firearm
TRIAL United States v. Williams, No. 05-1049, ___ F.3d ___ (10th Cir. Apr. 3, 2006)(Colorado). Appeal of conviction for being felon in possession of firearm in violation of 18 U.S.C. ยง 922(g). HELD: Defendant may not collaterally challenge validity of existing felony conviction in prosecution for being felon in possession of firearm. Collateral attack on validity of prior conviction must be brought in different forum. Read the opinion here. |
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