United States v. Bloate

BENTON, Circuit Judge.

Taylor James Bloate was convicted of one count of being a felon in possession of a firearm, 18 U.S.C. § 922(g)(1), and one count of possession of cocaine with intent to distribute, 21 U.S.C. § 841(a)(1). The district court 1 sentenced him to 360 months’ imprisonment. Bloate appeals, asserting a Speedy Trial Act violation and other trial and sentencing errors. Having jurisdiction under 28 U.S.C. § 1291, this court affirms.

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