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United States of America v. Christopher Wade Garbett
Date: 08-14-2026
Case Number: 1:25-cr-00060
Judge: Michael J. Truncale
Court: United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas (Jefferson County)
Plaintiff's Attorney: Rachel Leigh Grove
Defendant's Attorney:
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Description:
Beaumont, Texas criminal defense lawyer represented the Defendant charged with Possession of a Firearm by a Prohibited Person in violation of 18 U.S.C. § 922(g)(1) .
Reported by: Kent Morlan
In March 2025, law enforcement received information that Christopher Wade Garbett, 40, was trying to sell three shotguns for $1,200. Garbett has multiple prior felony convictions and is prohibited from owning or possessing firearms. Undercover agents met with Garbett at a motel room in Groves to buy the guns. Garbett told the agents he had already sold one shotgun but would sell the other two firearms to them for $550. Garbett also discussed selling them more guns in the future.
Reported by: Kent Morlan
In March 2025, law enforcement received information that Christopher Wade Garbett, 40, was trying to sell three shotguns for $1,200. Garbett has multiple prior felony convictions and is prohibited from owning or possessing firearms. Undercover agents met with Garbett at a motel room in Groves to buy the guns. Garbett told the agents he had already sold one shotgun but would sell the other two firearms to them for $550. Garbett also discussed selling them more guns in the future.
Outcome:
The Defendant was found guilty and was sentenced to 37 months in prison.
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About This Case
What was the outcome of United States of America v. Christopher Wade Garbett?
The outcome was: The Defendant was found guilty and was sentenced to 37 months in prison.
Which court heard United States of America v. Christopher Wade Garbett?
This case was heard in United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas (Jefferson County), TX. The presiding judge was Michael J. Truncale.
Who were the attorneys in United States of America v. Christopher Wade Garbett?
Plaintiff's attorney: Rachel Leigh Grove. Defendant's attorney: Click Here For The Best Beaumont Criminal Defense Lawyer Directory.
When was United States of America v. Christopher Wade Garbett decided?
This case was decided on August 14, 2026.