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United States of America v. Edgar Yovani Perez-Gutierrez
Date: 01-14-2026
Case Number: 25-cr-00107
Judge: Eldon E. Fallon
Court: United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana (Orleans Parish)
Plaintiff's Attorney: United States District Attorney’s Office in New Orleans
Defendant's Attorney: Barry Ranshi
Edgar Yovani Perez-Gutierrez, age 40, an individual unlawfully present in the United States, was found in possession of a Glock handgun. He was arrested by the New Orleans Police Department, Federal Bureau of Investigations, and Immigration and Customs Enforcement - Enforcement and Removal Operations officers for violating immigration laws.
This investigation was led by the Federal Bureau of Investigations, the Immigration and Customs Enforcement - Enforcement and Removal Operations, and the New Orleans Police Department. The prosecution was handled by Assistant United States Attorney Lynn E. Schiffman of the Narcotics Unit.
About This Case
What was the outcome of United States of America v. Edgar Yovani Perez-Gutierrez?
The outcome was: The Defendant was found guilty and was sentenced to 12 months and 1 day in prison, followed by three years of supervised release and as assessed $100.
Which court heard United States of America v. Edgar Yovani Perez-Gutierrez?
This case was heard in United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana (Orleans Parish), LA. The presiding judge was Eldon E. Fallon.
Who were the attorneys in United States of America v. Edgar Yovani Perez-Gutierrez?
Plaintiff's attorney: United States District Attorney’s Office in New Orleans. Defendant's attorney: Barry Ranshi.
When was United States of America v. Edgar Yovani Perez-Gutierrez decided?
This case was decided on January 14, 2026.