Portland Man Faces Up to 15 Years on Federal Gun Charges

Jeissey Khamis pleaded guilty to making false statements and possessing a stolen firearm.

Mar. 13, 2026 at 11:50am

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A 19-year-old Portland man named Jeissey Khamis pleaded guilty in federal court to two firearms-related charges stemming from an attempted gun purchase and possession of a stolen firearm. Prosecutors said Khamis made false statements in April 2025 while trying to buy a Glock pistol, and was later found with a different stolen pistol in his college dorm room.

Why it matters

This case highlights ongoing concerns about illegal gun purchases and the circulation of stolen firearms, particularly among young adults. Federal authorities are cracking down on these types of crimes in an effort to improve public safety.

The details

In April 2025, Khamis made false statements to a federally licensed firearms dealer in Charleston, Maine while attempting to purchase a Glock pistol. Later that month, investigators found Khamis in possession of a different stolen pistol during a search of his college dormitory room in Windham.

  • In April 2025, Khamis made false statements to a firearms dealer.
  • Also in April 2025, Khamis was found in possession of a stolen pistol.

The players

Jeissey Khamis

A 19-year-old Portland man who pleaded guilty to making false statements to a firearms dealer and possessing a stolen firearm.

Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives

The federal agency that investigated the case with assistance from local police departments.

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What’s next

A sentencing date has not yet been set for Khamis, who faces up to 15 years in prison, fines, and supervised release.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing challenge of illegal gun purchases and the circulation of stolen firearms, particularly among young adults. Federal authorities are working to crack down on these types of crimes in an effort to improve public safety.