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Convicted Felon Anthony Lamorris Davis Jr. Pleads Guilty to Machinegun and Firearm Possession Charges

Convicted felon Davis Jr. pleaded guilty to illegal machinegun possession, faces prison time.

byEditorial Staff

September 29, 2025, 12:33 PM

Executive Summary

Anthony Lamorris Davis Jr., a 21-year-old convicted felon, pleaded guilty to multiple federal firearm charges, including the illegal possession of machineguns, stemming from two separate incidents in 2024.

Davis was found with pistols equipped with 3D-printed machinegun conversion devices on two occasions, first in July and again in October 2024.

Facing significant prison time due to his prior felony convictions and the nature of the offenses, Davis’s sentencing is scheduled for December 8, 2025, highlighting efforts to remove illegally modified firearms.

Laws and Precedent

Anthony Lamorris Davis Jr.’s guilty plea is based on federal statutes prohibiting convicted felons from possessing firearms, specifically 18 U.S.C. § 922(g), and the illegal possession of machineguns, which includes firearms modified with conversion devices, falling under 18 U.S.C. § 922(o) and 26 U.S.C. § 5861. His sentencing, which carries significant federal prison time, will be determined by a United States District Judge within the federal judicial framework for such offenses.

Tallahassee, Florida – Anthony Lamorris Davis Jr., a 21-year-old convicted felon, pleaded guilty in federal court to multiple firearm charges, including the illegal possession of machineguns. The plea, announced on September 29, 2025, stems from two separate incidents in 2024 where Davis was found with pistols equipped with 3D-printed machinegun conversion devices. He faces significant prison time for these offenses.

Case Details

First Incident

In the first incident on July 21, 2024, Davis was a passenger in a vehicle stopped by the Leon County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies discovered a stolen Glock 9-millimeter pistol under his seat, which was fitted with a machinegun conversion device and an extended magazine. Davis was not immediately arrested following this encounter.

Second Incident and Arrest

Months later, on October 25, 2024, the Tallahassee Police Department stopped Davis for pedestrian violations, observing him wearing a ski mask and jacket despite warm weather. During the stop, officers located another pistol with an attached machinegun conversion device in his jacket pocket. Both conversion devices found on Davis’s firearms were 3D-printed and bore identical markings.

Prior Convictions and Potential Penalties

Davis’s guilty plea includes two counts of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and two counts of illegal possession of a machinegun. He has a history of felony convictions, which include aggravated assault, burglary, and criminal use of personal identification information. For each count of firearm possession by a convicted felon, Davis faces up to 15 years in prison, and up to 10 years for each count of illegal machinegun possession.

Investigation and Sentencing

The case involved a collaborative investigation by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF), the Leon County Sheriff’s Office, and the Tallahassee Police Department. Assistant United States Attorney James A. McCain is prosecuting the case. Sentencing for Davis is scheduled for December 8, 2025, at 11:00 AM, before United States District Judge Robert L. Hinkle at the federal courthouse in Tallahassee.

Summary of Charges

Anthony Lamorris Davis Jr.’s guilty plea underscores federal law enforcement’s efforts to remove illegally modified firearms from the streets of Tallahassee. His repeated possession of machinegun conversion devices, coupled with his felony record, highlights the serious nature of the charges and the potential for substantial federal imprisonment.