United States v. Simpson

BACHARACH, Circuit Judge.

Based on a confidential informant’s report that Mr. Simpson had drugs and guns, law enforcement officers obtained a search warrant for his house. The search revealed cocaine, firearms, and ammunition, and a jury later found Mr. Simpson guilty on 13 counts:

• Count 1: Possession of cocaine with intent to distribute, 21 U.S.C. § 841(a)(1) (2012);

• Count 2: Possession of a shotgun and ammunition by a felon, 18 U.S.C. § 922(g)(1) (2012);

• Counts 3-4: Possession of handguns and ammunition by a felon, 18 U.S.C. § 922(g)(1) (2012);

• Count 5: Possession of an unregistered…