San Antonio Convict Sentenced to More Than Nine Years in Federal Prison for Firearm Charge
A San Antonio man with four prior convictions for aggravated assault received a federal prison sentence of 115 months for possessing a firearm, according to the Department of Justice. Jovan Antwone Flemings, 37, was taken into custody in May 2024 on outstanding state warrants and a federal firearms violation, ksat.com reported.
At the time of his May 2024 arrest, law enforcement recovered a 9mm handgun equipped with an extended 20-round magazine and a round in the chamber from Flemings’ bag. The bag also contained a black ski mask, a black long-sleeved shirt, and black sweatpants, federal court documents show. Because of his criminal record, Flemings is legally barred from possessing firearms.
Guilty Plea Precedes Federal Sentence
Flemings entered a guilty plea on May 6, 2025, admitting to one count of felon in possession of a firearm. U.S. District Court records establish that the conviction stems directly from the items seized during his May 2024 apprehension on state warrants.
Federal prosecutors detailed an extensive criminal history that precluded Flemings from owning weapons. Beyond his four convictions for aggravated assault, his record includes convictions for making terroristic threats, robbery, drug possession, and a prior state conviction for being a felon in possession of a firearm. Additionally, KSAT reported that Flemings was arrested in 2023 during an East Side drug bust on a charge of possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What specific charges did Jovan Antwone Flemings face in federal court?
Flemings pleaded guilty to one count of felon in possession of a firearm. The charge resulted from a 9mm handgun found in his possession during his May 2024 arrest.
How long is Flemings’ federal prison sentence?
U.S. authorities sentenced Flemings to 115 months, which equates to over nine years in federal prison.
What prior criminal history did prosecutors present to the court?
Court documents show Flemings had four convictions for aggravated assault, alongside convictions for robbery, drug possession, making terroristic threats, and a previous state conviction for illegal firearm possession.
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