Oklahoma Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Firearm Offense

Justin Eagle Chambers admitted to possessing a pistol and ammunition while under a restraining order.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 3:20pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a handgun and ammunition cartridges lit by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, conceptually illustrating the serious nature of the federal firearms offense.A recent federal firearms conviction highlights the ongoing challenges of enforcing domestic violence restraining orders and keeping guns away from prohibited individuals.Colbert Today

Justin Eagle Chambers, a 39-year-old resident of Colbert, Oklahoma, has pleaded guilty to a federal firearm offense in the Eastern District of Oklahoma. Chambers admitted to one count of Possession of Firearm & Ammunition by Prohibited Person, stemming from an incident on March 26, 2025 where he knowingly possessed a pistol and ammunition while under a court order that prohibited him from engaging in threatening behavior towards an intimate partner.

Why it matters

This case highlights the importance of enforcing firearm restrictions for individuals with a history of domestic violence or under court orders to avoid harassing or threatening behavior. Illegal gun possession by prohibited persons poses a serious risk to public safety and can escalate dangerous situations.

The details

According to the indictment, on March 26, 2025, Chambers knowingly possessed a pistol and ammunition despite being subject to a court order that restrained him from harassing, stalking, or threatening an intimate partner. The investigation that led to the federal charge was a joint effort conducted by the Achille Police Department and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.

  • The offense occurred on March 26, 2025.
  • Chambers pleaded guilty on April 9, 2026.

The players

Justin Eagle Chambers

A 39-year-old resident of Colbert, Oklahoma who pleaded guilty to a federal firearm offense.

U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Oklahoma

The office that announced and prosecuted the case against Chambers.

Achille Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that participated in the investigation.

Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives

The federal agency that collaborated with local police on the investigation.

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What’s next

Chambers will be sentenced by a U.S. District Court Judge at a future date. The judge will consider the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines and other statutory factors in determining the final sentence, which could include up to 15 years in prison and a $250,000 fine.

The takeaway

This case underscores the need for strict enforcement of firearm restrictions for individuals with a history of domestic violence or under court orders to avoid threatening behavior. Illegal gun possession by prohibited persons poses a serious risk to public safety and can escalate dangerous situations, making it a priority for law enforcement and the justice system.