Omaha Felon Sentenced to 37 Months for Firearm Charge

A federal judge has sentenced 38-year-old Jamar Brown to 37 months in prison for illegal gun possession.

Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Sex Crimes

Omaha Felon Sentenced to 37 Months for Firearm Charge

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United States District Judge Robert F. Rossiter, Jr. sentenced Omaha resident Jamar Brown to 37 months in federal prison for being a felon in possession of a firearm. Brown is prohibited from owning weapons due to prior felony convictions.

Why it matters

Federal sentencing laws mandate strict penalties for convicted felons caught with firearms, as the federal system does not offer parole. This sentence ensures that a repeat offender remains incarcerated to prevent further public safety risks.

Jamar Brown, 38, received a 37-month prison sentence and three years of supervised release. He was found in possession of a stolen Smith & Wesson .40 caliber handgun after being stopped by Omaha police.

The players

Jamar Brown

He is a 38-year-old Omaha resident who was previously convicted of multiple felonies.

Robert F. Rossiter, Jr.

He is the United States District Judge who presided over the sentencing hearing.

The details

Omaha police arrested Brown on March 25, 2026, after responding to a disturbance report that led officers to search him while he was walking. Brown was previously convicted in 2020 for Sexual Assault on a Child in the 3rd Degree and an attempted sex offender registration violation.

In 2020, Brown was convicted of felony offenses.
On March 25, 2026, police contacted and arrested Brown for firearm possession.
On October 15, 2026, the federal judge sentenced Brown to prison.

Legal Context

This case aligns with the strict enforcement of the Sex Offender Registration Act by the judiciary. Courts frequently impose heavy sentences on individuals with prior sex-related felony records who are found violating firearm prohibition laws.

The sentencing of a repeat offender removes a potential threat from the community, enhancing local safety for Omaha residents. Residents are reminded to report suspicious disturbances involving weapons to the Omaha Police Department immediately.

The takeaway

Repeat offenders face severe consequences under federal law when they violate firearm prohibitions. Community members can improve local safety by reporting disturbances to law enforcement as soon as they occur.