Goshen, NY — A local man has been convicted on multiple firearm charges following a jury decision in Orange County Court. The conviction of 47-year-old Justin Babik arises from evidence obtained during a search of his home which revealed a loaded semi-automatic handgun and an unfinished lower receiver, items he was prohibited from possessing due to prior convictions.
The case dates back to an incident on May 8, 2024, involving a domestic argument between Babik and his son accompanied by threatening text messages sent by Babik, after which law enforcement intervened and later searched his residence. This search led to the discovery of the illegal firearms.
Authorities stipulate that both the nature of the weapons found and Babik’s criminal history explicitly barred him from owning such items. Specifically, the unfinished lower receiver is often a significant concern for law enforcement as it can be used to create untraceable firearms.
The verdict, delivered after meticulous court deliberations, underscores the legal consequences of violating firearm possession laws, particularly for individuals with a past criminal record. The seriousness of the offense is reflected in the potential sentence Babik faces, with a maximum of up to 15 years in prison.
Babik is scheduled for sentencing on April 1, where the full extent of the penalties will be determined. This case serves as a two-fold reminder: the repercussions of owning illegal firearms and the ongoing efforts of the justice system to enforce stringent regulations regarding firearm possession.
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