Pawn Stars’ Chumlee Settles Legal Troubles with Plea Deal
Austin Lee Russell, who is better known as Chumlee to his fans, has decided to take a plea deal in the drug and weapons charges against him. The charges stem from a police raid on his Las Vegas residence back in March. As part of the deal, Russell will plead guilty to one count of attempting to possess a banned narcotic. He will also have a second felony weapon charge upheld. The Las Vegas Review-Journal reported the news recently.
According to the plea deal, Russell will have to complete three years of probation, attend counseling sessions, and surrender any weapons or narcotics found on his premises. This decision comes after police discovered 12 firearms, along with a plastic bag containing marijuana, and a small amount of methamphetamine during Russell’s arrest on March 9. Some of the firearms found were handguns, rifles, and an MP5 assault rifle. It’s important to note that Russell was not charged in the sexual assault case that the police were originally investigating when they arrived at his home.
The terms of the plea deal also state that if Russell stays out of trouble for an extended period, the criminal case against him will be dismissed. However, if he does not comply with the terms, he may face two to five years in state prison. Russell is expected to enter his plea during his next appearance in court.
Attempting to Move Forward
The investigation also revealed Xanax pills in Russell’s home, which were accompanied by a valid prescription. Despite the seriousness of the charges, Russell’s attorney, David Chesnoff, expressed his client’s willingness to move past the incident. Chesnoff stated, “We will be reviewing what was allegedly found and whether the alleged search was lawful in a courtroom, not in public.” Both Russell and his attorney are confident that the judicial system will give the case a fair and proper resolution.
Known for his appearances on the reality TV show Pawn Stars, Russell has gained a reputation for throwing wild parties. One individual close to him reported, “He smokes a lot of pot and has a gun.” However, the History Channel, the network that airs Pawn Stars, has chosen not to comment on the situation and will instead let the court system take its course.
In conclusion, Chumlee from Pawn Stars has decided to take a plea deal to settle the drug and gun charges against him. With probation, counseling, and the surrendering of weapons and narcotics on his premises, Russell hopes to put this legal episode behind him. The case will be dismissed if he remains trouble-free, but he may face imprisonment if he fails to abide by the terms of the agreement. Only time will tell how this story unfolds in the courtroom.
