JACKSON COUNTY, Fla. (WDNews) — A traffic stop in Jackson County led to the arrest of a man on drug and ammunition charges, according to the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office.
Deputies said a JCSO deputy attempted a traffic stop Monday, Oct. 5, after observing a traffic violation.
During the investigation, deputies learned West Weeks’ Florida driver’s license had expired and that he had obtained an Alabama hardship license. According to the sheriff’s office, the license allowed Weeks to drive only under limited circumstances within Alabama, and Weeks knew about the restriction.
Deputies said they also found a glass pipe containing residue that field-tested presumptively positive for methamphetamine, along with a Suboxone strip in Weeks’ possession.
Investigators also located 595 rounds of ammunition.
According to JCSO, telecommunications personnel confirmed Weeks had prior felony convictions. Florida law generally prohibits people with felony convictions from possessing firearms or ammunition.
Weeks was charged with possession of ammunition by a convicted felon, possession of drug paraphernalia, operating under a foreign license while suspended, revoked or disqualified, and possession of a controlled substance.
“Keeping our community safe means holding repeat offenders accountable, especially when illegal drugs and ammunition are involved. Our deputies will continue working to identify those who break the law and put our citizens at risk. This arrest is another example of the dedicated work our men and women do every day to keep Jackson County safe,” Sheriff Donnie Edenfield said.
The sheriff’s office also reminded residents that JCSO Outreach Coordinators are available to connect people with local resources.
Ashley Sellers can be reached at 850-693-5021. Stephanie Culbreath can be reached at 850-693-3242.
