Hunter Biden Found Guilty of Illegal Gun Purchase: What You Need to Know
Hunter Biden, son of US President Joe Biden, has been convicted of illegally buying a gun while under the influence of drugs in 2018. This makes him the first child of a sitting president to be a convicted felon.
Despite showing little reaction to the verdict, Biden faces up to 25 years in prison, although a shorter sentence or probation is more likely given his nonviolent, first-time offender status.
Conviction Details:
Hunter was found guilty of making a false claim on a gun purchase application, lying to a gun dealer, and owning a gun while being an unlawful drug user for 11 days.
Sentencing:
District Judge Maryellen Noreika has not set a date but it will be within 120 days of the verdict, likely before October 9.
What’s Next:
Legal challenges will continue, arguing the gun was not used in a crime and highlighting Hunter’s sobriety since 2019.
Impact on the Election:
The conviction may influence the election, with Biden supporters highlighting Trump’s past convictions and Trump supporters calling it politically motivated.
Additional Charges:
Biden also faces tax evasion charges, with a trial set to begin in September in Los Angeles.