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United States of America v. Lenin Nova-Nova
Date: 10-21-2026
Case Number: 1:24-cr-00005
Judge: John A. Woodcock
Court: United States District Court for the District of Maine (Penobscot County)
Plaintiff's Attorney: Joel Casey
Defendant's Attorney: Steve Smith and David Gordon
Description:
Bangor, Maine, criminal defense lawyer represented the Defendant charged with possessing controlled drugs with intent to distribute.
In November 2023, Lenin Nova-Nova, 45, Dominican Republic national, was a passenger in a vehicle that East Millinocket police officers stopped due to a headlight issue. An officer observed an unnatural bulge under Nova-Nova’s clothing. Nova-Nova identified himself using a false name and a warrant check of that alias revealed an outstanding arrest warrant. A search of Nova-Nova’s person revealed $1,305 in cash, four cell phones, and suspected controlled substances wrapped in cellophane. The substances were analyzed and identified as approximately 113 grams of 100% pure methamphetamine, approximately 19 grams of a substance containing fentanyl, and 57.8 grams of a substance containing cocaine base. Homeland Security Investigations was able to determine Nova-Nova’s real identity and that he was in the country illegally.
In November 2023, Lenin Nova-Nova, 45, Dominican Republic national, was a passenger in a vehicle that East Millinocket police officers stopped due to a headlight issue. An officer observed an unnatural bulge under Nova-Nova’s clothing. Nova-Nova identified himself using a false name and a warrant check of that alias revealed an outstanding arrest warrant. A search of Nova-Nova’s person revealed $1,305 in cash, four cell phones, and suspected controlled substances wrapped in cellophane. The substances were analyzed and identified as approximately 113 grams of 100% pure methamphetamine, approximately 19 grams of a substance containing fentanyl, and 57.8 grams of a substance containing cocaine base. Homeland Security Investigations was able to determine Nova-Nova’s real identity and that he was in the country illegally.
Outcome:
The Defendant was found guilty and was sentenced to 10 years in prison o be followed by five years of supervised release.
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About This Case
What was the outcome of United States of America v. Lenin Nova-Nova?
The outcome was: The Defendant was found guilty and was sentenced to 10 years in prison o be followed by five years of supervised release.
Which court heard United States of America v. Lenin Nova-Nova?
This case was heard in United States District Court for the District of Maine (Penobscot County), ME. The presiding judge was John A. Woodcock.
Who were the attorneys in United States of America v. Lenin Nova-Nova?
Plaintiff's attorney: Joel Casey. Defendant's attorney: Steve Smith and David Gordon.
When was United States of America v. Lenin Nova-Nova decided?
This case was decided on October 21, 2026.