Please E-mail suggested additions, comments and/or corrections to Kent@MoreLaw.Com.
Help support the publication of case reports on MoreLaw
United States of America v. Caleb Rhine
Date: 02-22-2026
Case Number: 25-cr-00091
Judge: John A. Woodcock, Jr.
Court: United States District Court for the District of Maine (Penosbscot County)
Plaintiff's Attorney: United States District Attorney's Office in Bangor
Defendant's Attorney: Hunter Tzovarras
Caleb Rhine, 22, was indicted in Hancock County Superior Court on one count of aggravated trafficking in scheduled drugs. On May 5, 2024, Rhine, while still under indictment, attempted to purchase a firearm from a federally licensed firearms dealer in Ellsworth. To make the purchase, Rhine filled out a Form 4473 required by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF). In response to the question, “Are you under indictment or information in any court for a felony, or any other crime for which the judge could imprison you for more than one year . . .?,” Rhine falsely checked the box “No.” Rhine was able to successfully buy the gun a few days later based, in part, on his representations on the ATF form.
ATF and the Hancock County Sheriff’s Office investigated the case.
About This Case
What was the outcome of United States of America v. Caleb Rhine?
The outcome was: The Defendant was found guilty and was sentenced to 12 months and one day in prison and 3 years of supervised release.
Which court heard United States of America v. Caleb Rhine?
This case was heard in United States District Court for the District of Maine (Penosbscot County), ME. The presiding judge was John A. Woodcock, Jr..
Who were the attorneys in United States of America v. Caleb Rhine?
Plaintiff's attorney: United States District Attorney's Office in Bangor. Defendant's attorney: Hunter Tzovarras.
When was United States of America v. Caleb Rhine decided?
This case was decided on February 22, 2026.