In federal court: Man pleads guilty to possession of firearm

The U.S. attorney's office released the following information Monday for defendants who appeared before U.S. District Judge Carol E. Jackson.

GUILTY PLEA

Name: Jerry L. Daniels

Age: 42

Residence: Oran, Mo.

Charge: Felon in possession of firearm

Summary: With his plea, Daniels admitted to being in possession of a rifle that his wife handed over to county deputies during a domestic disturbance call on Nov. 29. Daniels had five felony convictions, prohibiting him from possessing a firearm. He now faces a maximum sentence of life in prison and a $250,000 fine. Sentencing is set for Nov. 21.