Arsenio Hall Pleads Guilty to Firearm Charge
The 37-year-old Baltimore man admits to illegally possessing a firearm following a federal investigation.
Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Drug Crime
Arsenio Hall, 37, entered a guilty plea in federal court to a charge of firearm and ammunition possession by a prohibited person. Hall was previously convicted of two counts of second-degree assault and drug-related offenses.
Why it matters
The plea follows a 2024 investigation by law enforcement into a shooting incident, highlighting ongoing efforts to curb firearm-related violence. Hall faces a maximum sentence of 15 years in prison for the federal offense.
Hall faces a maximum of 15 years in federal prison for the possession charge. Sentencing is scheduled for January 13, 2027, in U.S. District Court.
The players
Arsenio Hall
He is a 37-year-old resident with prior felony convictions, including second-degree assault.
Ellen L. Hollander
She serves as the U.S. District Court Judge overseeing the federal case and sentencing.
Baltimore Police Department
This agency executed the arrest and search warrants at the residence of the defendant.
The details
The Baltimore Police Department SWAT Team discovered a semi-automatic rifle hidden inside a baby crib within Hall's bedroom during a December 2024 search. The search warrant was executed in connection with a shooting that occurred in Baltimore County.
Timeline
November 2024: A shooting incident occurred in Baltimore County.
December 19, 2024: The Baltimore Police Department SWAT Team executed warrants at Hall's residence.
January 13, 2027: U.S. District Court Judge Ellen L. Hollander will preside over Hall's sentencing hearing.
Legal Context
The prosecution is part of a broader federal effort to enforce 18 U.S.C. § 922(g), which prohibits individuals with prior felony convictions from owning firearms. This case follows established federal sentencing patterns for repeat offenders who violate firearm possession laws.
The investigation and subsequent arrest by the Baltimore Police Department SWAT Team reinforce safety measures regarding illegal weapons in the community. Residents should remain aware that federal prosecutors continue to pursue firearm-related charges against individuals with prior criminal records.
The takeaway
Repeat offenders who are found in possession of firearms face significant federal penalties that can include lengthy prison terms. Authorities emphasize that firearm recovery remains a critical component of local safety and violence reduction initiatives.
What happens next
Arsenio Hall is scheduled to appear for a sentencing hearing in U.S. District Court on January 13, 2027.
Further reading
For more information on legal proceedings, visit Baltimore Drug Crime.
More information
View official Maryland U.S. Attorney Office resources for information regarding federal court procedures.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The United States Department of Justice.
