Woman sentenced for illegal firearm possession in Abington Township

Jasmine E. Hernandez received 9-18 months in prison for carrying an unlicensed handgun during a traffic stop.

Published on Feb. 8, 2026

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Jasmine E. Hernandez, a 40-year-old Philadelphia resident, was sentenced to 9 to 18 months in prison after being found in illegal possession of a handgun during a traffic stop in Abington Township on December 27, 2024. Hernandez pleaded guilty to charges of carrying a firearm without a license and persons not to possess firearms.

Why it matters

Illegal firearm possession is a serious crime that can endanger public safety. This case highlights the importance of law enforcement's efforts to remove unlawful weapons from the streets and hold offenders accountable.

The details

The investigation began when Abington police stopped a Land Rover driven by Hernandez for having excessive window tint, a broken driver's side mirror, and a questionable registration tag. During the stop, police detected marijuana and found a loaded Taurus 9mm semiautomatic handgun in Hernandez's purse, as well as nine individually packaged bags of marijuana in the vehicle.

  • Hernandez was pulled over on December 27, 2024.
  • Hernandez was sentenced on February 8, 2026.

The players

Jasmine E. Hernandez

A 40-year-old Philadelphia resident who was found in illegal possession of a handgun during a traffic stop in Abington Township.

Abington Township Police

The law enforcement agency that conducted the traffic stop and investigation that led to Hernandez's arrest and conviction.

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What’s next

The judge's sentence of 9 to 18 months in prison for Hernandez's illegal firearm possession conviction will be carried out.

The takeaway

This case underscores the need for strict enforcement of gun laws to promote public safety in communities. It also demonstrates the crucial role of vigilant law enforcement in identifying and apprehending individuals illegally possessing firearms.