12 Years In Prison For 4 Rounds Of Ammo Accidently Left In Luggage

Ironically, this has happened to me before. I was leaving Vegas, and TSA found a couple bullets in my carry-on bag.
The agents took the bullets and told me to be on my way.
This happened in America, where the people have the Second Amendment, and firearm ownership is extremely normal here, so it was no big deal.
But we tend to forget how unique our 2A Freedom is in this country.
Let's not fool ourselves. They're trying to make an example out of these people. It's clear as day that this was an accident.
In the United States, bullets found in security usually lead to a fine.
However, in Turks and Caicos, legislators approved a measure instituting a minimum 12-year prison term for individuals apprehended for transporting firearms or ammunition to the islands.
Recently, the U.S. government issued a cautionary advisory to tourists planning to visit the islands.
“Carefully check your luggage for stray ammunition or forgotten weapons before departing from the United States. If you bring a firearm or ammunition into TCI, even inadvertently, we will not be able to secure your release from custody,” the U.S. Embassy in Nassau warned.
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[@S1D3W1ND3R015]

The very fact that this is more a punishment than actual pedophila tells you all you need to know about the priorities in the justice system.

[@Rin_Nya762]

That's cause most of the ones who control the political landscape love them young. So it makes sense.

[@q.t.9819]

​@@Rin_Nya762Oh yeah, that why they hate movies like Sound of freedom. That's why they're trying so hard to normalize (pet-toe-fill-ya).

[@balasaashti3146]

Yeah my uncle was doing it to his own child and only received five years. And that was in Utah a very conservative state.

[@Bradman1978]

Sadly, I think there are more nations that allow adults to have sex with 12+ children than allow citizens to own guys.

[@giguyjoe]

I mean for Christ sakes just look at what Middle Easterners are sailing into Western Europe with. A carry-on handgun is NOTHING compared to the M249s, AKs, and RPGs France alone has been seeing since last year.

[@jordancrossgrove8827]

If TSA can’t find 4 bullets but some other country can? Then wtf did we spend billions of dollars on funding the TSA in the first place??? C’mon now America….

[@madtabby66]

This is the same TSA that failed 95% of the testing, and the answer was stop testing.

[@UpYourArsenal]

4 rounds of ammunition weren't illegal in the U.S.of A. It isn't TSA's job to know your destination, he broke no US or FAA laws. Stop blaming TSA for doing something *right*.

[@Leonson1]

TSA's job is the illusion of safety to get you back on planes after 9/11. Do you think there's a real difference between 3.4 oz of liquid and 4 oz that would be meaningful from a terrorist position?

[@Snuffy03]

TSA is a f'n joke. Just a tool of little Bush when he was an imitation president like his daddy.

[@Bristecom]

I just got patted and searched because of a scanner error the other day. Of course I had no metal or anything on me. Apparently I read this happens all the time as their scanners are very inaccurate and can't seem to figure out the difference between pants and a gun. But yet when people bring actual bullets on board, this is missed? Clearly the results of another useless government organization.

[@TheCahazuka]

Another reason to stay on the ground. It is absolutely pure stupidity to arrest someone for a bullet.

[@mobius-1503]

Facts on that. I aint flying unless I absolutely have to. Got nothing that glorious to see or even care about.

[@asdaven1]

Victimless crime

[@tikitavi7120]

If they give this guy 12 years, no American should ever go there again.

[@sax5055]

Agree…but the anti-gun liberals are more than happy that an evil person is going to lose 22 years of his life for carrying WMD in his baggage. This is just another currently crazy action by currently crazy authoritarian overlords.

[@nickcirillo6191]

💯

[@mattolivier1835]

AGREED!

[@johnschofield3418]

Or just obey the laws of the country you are visiting

[@Roadking556]

@johnschofield3418 So many LAWS on the books . Bet you broke two already today and ones that carried over from yesterday. Knowingly or Not. These laws are made for revenue and political statements. Almost everything is legal with the right amount of money 💰. Even this law. Look it up.

[@unixsuperuser]

lol what!!??? So he can go to prison for four bullets in a bag yet they have gang bangers running around shooting it out!!??

[@madtabby66]

Yes. It’s standard practice in most countries. What’s the phrase? Catch the flies but the wasps go free?

[@user-df3gv8gz9v]

Also standard practice in all blue state cities with gangs. Ie Chicago, NY and Los Angeles, Detroit.

[@kyrkwalters964]

Make that make sense 🙄🙄🙄 ....this is sickin

[@JSmith-ou3sk]

Ahyup. Governments want criminals to rule WITH them. Not what was ever intended.

[@troy3456789]

Murderers have spent less time in jail

[@ij2750]

Stop going to these countries with unreasonable laws.

[@user-nq2oz8tf2l]

Exactly. Build your home up and make it worth living in instead of trying to escape to other places.

[@sathdk79]

Staying home is nearly as dangerous

[@TheHighway-mf3sl]

No shit

[@UpYourArsenal]

Nothing unreasonable about the laws -- same can be said for Brandon Griner of the 'W'NBA going to Russia with items they view as controlled. Though an unfortunate mistake by this man is more forgivable than an intentional action by an alleged 'star' that nobody knew the name of until 'it' got arrested in Russia.

[@blowinshtup6553]

no joke. I thought this was in the US at first, by default.

[@marcmalonzo566]

Never, Never, Ever Give Up Your RIGHTS and FREEDOM for the Illusion of Safety and Security.

[@ThinkkTwiice]

The world is a scary place for law abiding, productive people.

[@user-df3gv8gz9v]

Can't arrest gang members but can arrest a tourist who funds your economy.

[@Nightrunnergunner]

gang members contribute more to the country than tourist and have more money 😂

[@TheHero-2550]

​@@Nightrunnergunner more to the country's politicians more likely

[@kelvinsantiago7061]

The tourist won't shoot back...

[@redlight3932]

they will learn how to money they just need to look at pelosi

[@irishbrewgaming2296]

@@Nightrunnergunner don't you mean gang members get paid by the politicians for protection and to not stir up shit?

[@russsyracuse8143]

Note to self: Don't vacation anywhere owned by the British. Apparently, they haven't gotten over 1776.

[@Njazmo]

There are similar rules worldwide regarding guns and ammunition. It's his own stupidity having 4 bullets in the luggage.

[@bluesoverlord]

@@Njazmo so you’ve never made a mistake?

[@barneyrice8502]

Look At The UK On A Map The Last One I Saw Showed The UK With An Islamic Red Flag With A Gold Crescent On It

[@NoName-hh5nq]

@@bluesoverlordif you accidentally brought drugs into the us from another country you’d probably get arrested to

[@22leggedsasquatch]

That would include the US

[@privatesector0422]

And meanwhile criminals are walking free

[@JoeR203]

Bullets but no gun. Did they think he would throw the bullets at someone?

[@Lord_Shadowfang]

No. They don't want people to supply bullets to the criminals. The main issue is that it was 4 random bullets. That's not a lot of supply, so they shouldn't be giving him 12 years. They don't have gun stores that are accessible to the public there.

[@redtra236]

@@Lord_Shadowfang Not just bullets it was loaded ammunition but yeah hes clearly not trafficking ammunition with only 4 rounds

[@1891kmk]

@@redtra236that’s bullets genius the fuck u even talking about

[@ColonelSandersLite]

@@1891kmk He's trying to distinguish between cartridges and bullets. Correct in a very technical sense but it's just splitting hairs. In the common parlance, a complete cartridge is referred to as a bullet. In language, common usage dictates definition.

[@redtra236]

@@ColonelSandersLite Not even splitting hairs because bullets are just considered a component so less regulated travel wise(people traveling with loose bullets isn't that uncommon especially if they shoot muzzle loaders or reload their own ammo).

[@davidpactol5758]

Strange how other countries act so severe when it comes to Americans breaking their laws, yet the US just let's criminals waltz right in. Also, it shows that the TSA is lacking.

[@derektheproducer]

FACTS

[@mrca2004]

When you enter another country, you are no longer in Kansas, toto.

[@user-wq5ws1qs7x]

Because it’s racist to not let anyone in here….

[@jonslg240]

*These types of countries use tourists like this as bargaining chips in "diplomatic" negotiations.* So, we see: "oh only 4 bullets and obvious mistake" They see: *"JAAAACKPOT! We can get millions in concessions from the US government for this!"*

[@Razgriz85]

Get rid of the TSA, since their creation was bullshit from the start.

[@davidnewton6441]

Put the country on a no fly list. Sounds like an honest mistake.

[@justintryba]

Yeah but the Biden administration won’t do anything for this guy or put them on the list

[@hauseradventures5278]

Agreed. They need to lose some money, then they will let Americans free

[@BuddahBless357]

Relax it is a beautiful island to visit.

[@danayen4806]

@@BuddahBless357 No stop it tourist trade cold make it hurt so bad even the gangs feel it.

[@madtabby66]

@@BuddahBless357 Ah another lover of tyranny.

[@audio3980]

Here’s a better suggestion: your travel bag should NEVER be your gun bag. Amazon is your friend! Problem solved.

[@NR-gp2il]

Exactly

[@Kyle-sr6jm]

Absolutely do not mix luggage. I had a close call, discovering a couple of little things after getting back home. Air travel bags NEVER see firearms or ammunition.

[@joshcarter-com]

My solution as well. One set of bags for air travel, others for everything else.

[@JustinsGarage]

If you can prove it was an honest mistake and you had no ill intent, there is no reason they can’t confiscate the ammo and let you go about your life. 12 years for an accident with no victims is insanity.

[@keithmoore5306]

the DEA and coast guard have been hitting the drugs routes there hard of late and gangs run the place do the math! a hint a corrupt govt looking to get some slack for their owners!

[@ElementofKindness]

Not only that, but what is the danger? Without a rifle, the ammunition isn't any more dangerous than a stone.

[@N0V-A42]

​@@ElementofKindness I guess the idea is that multiple people would each bring one component. Prosecuting so hard over 4 rounds is ridiculous though. Edit: Dropped some words.

[@TheColesjeff12]

You’re thinking like an American prison system. NOT another country system. Our law system is so much better than others

[@NotEvenDeathCanSaveU]

They should prove it to you that you are an arms trafficker making millions by smuggling 4 bullets rofl.

[@Leviathan9173]

TSA, We failed to find it ..... oh that gives me huge amount confidence with that garbage org.

[@timbur2711]

lol if they had to find everything you would be crying at the wait lines lmao

[@madtabby66]

Well they used to get tested and failed spectacularly. Of course the answer was to stop the testing.

[@madtabby66]

@@timbur2711 So why are they there? What are we paying for? They failed 95% of tests and the answer was to stop the testing.

[@anthonyfasce3543]

The question is did he fly on his hunting trip because if he did they missed them twice

[@rabidkangar00]

@@timbur2711 The fact that they let so much through says they are a waste of our tax dollars.

[@roderick2315]

When you travel abroad to other nations, do not expect the US Constitution and Bill of Rights to be enforced.

[@williammerkel1410]

And also do not expect rational thinking, 12 years for four pieces of ammunition, no gun, no one hurt, and it is very obviously and easy to prove as an honest mistake with no ill intent. No sane justice system could ever uphold such a thing, it is the kind of thing that you would expect from a place like Saudi Arabia where a woman could be thrown in jail or beaten for not covering her face in public

[@something568]

@@williammerkel1410those are the risks you take when traveling to another country.

[@geezyj24]

It isn’t enforced here what you mean abroad

[@Kayoss13212]

Not unless you’re rich and famous. Liangelo Ball and Brittney Griner told us that. But it’s like that’s new news.

[@williammerkel1410]

@@something568 then we should call a spade a spade and officially label countries and territories based on incidents like this and How likely an American is to get in trouble based on how different their laws and punishments are, and it would have to be as objective and serious as possible. For example, if a place had thought crime laws on the book such as the ones recently enacted in Scotland, it would be a good idea for that to be very upfront information for any American traveling there, same thing for if a place has such strict gun laws that even pieces of lead and copper in a bullet like shape and even empty casings are punishable with years of prison time. Travelers should be warned that even honest mistakes can and will be treated extremely severely, and maybe those places will catch on that if they want to maintain their tourism-based economies they shouldn't be so draconian. I've been on a jury before and have seen our justice system in action, and I fully believe that it works, and that if what you did was genuinely an honest mistake and there was no harm done then the courts are generally in your favor, and we should judge other countries and territories that do not operate that way accordingly

[@Ryan125y]

How dare other countries make their own laws! That's unamerican!

[@kageshigi1012]

Bruh that’s messed up. Why not just have them pay a fine.

[@madtabby66]

Just the fact that TSA missed both situations. Exactly why are we paying $7 billion a year for their “services”?

[@cyborgar15]

Wait till leftists get ahold of you starting 2025..

[@bryanknight1056]

@@madtabby66 It's a jobs program that also serves as a means to condition the public to searches and invasive procedures. We don't get value from it, but "they" do

[@reiniergarcia]

Because in THEIR COUNTRY it’s illegal to traffic through their borders with ammunition. It doesn’t matter if you don’t i like their laws of if their laws are inconvenient to you. Your opinions don’t matter to them. It’s still their country and their laws. You hated their laws? Don’t go there. Nobody is forcing you. It’s very simple.

[@user-vx7vi3vq1c]

@@reiniergarciaIt wasn’t trafficking, it was clearly a mistake.

[@williamfotiou7577]

Stop going to these places!

[@davedavids57]

Given that the US has the same law for foreign nationals. Perhaps change that as well (it's only 10 years in prison) - 18 U.S.C. 922(g)(5)(B)

[@Jito463]

@@davedavids57 I'm not seeing what you're seeing, because nothing I read in there is remotely close to what Colion described in the video. Section l (lower case L) seems more like what you're trying to point to, and even then I don't see where the minimum 10-year sentence is reported.

[@elkhunter8664]

@@davedavids57 Similar is not " the same " or " identical " as you've previously described it. The sentence for one bullet or a complete armory is the same penalty in Turks and Caicos. A MANDATORY 12 year prison sentence. No judicial discretion is allowed in the sentencing. The laws are miles apart when it comes to the process of actual prosecution of this crime.

[@davedavids57]

@@Jito463 "(Section 922(g) makes it unlawful for prohibited persons to possess any firearm or ammunition in or affecting commerce, or to ship or transport (or receive any firearm or ammunition which has been shipped or transported) in interstate or foreign commerceg) It shall be unlawful for any person-(5) who, being an alien-(B) ..... has been admitted to the United States under a nonimmigrant visa (as that term is defined in section 101(a)(26) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(26))); .... 18 USC § 922(g) & (n). Punishable by up to 10 years imprisonment. May receive minimum sentence of 15 years without parole if offender has three or more prior convictions for a felony crime of violence (e.g. burglary, robbery, assault, possession of offensive weapons) and/or drug trafficking felony."

[@Jito463]

@@davedavids57 First off, I doubt even our government would freak out about four random bullets in a bag. But putting that aside, you wrote: 'Punishable by up to 10 years imprisonment.' Note the key words 'up to', as in a maximum of 10 years. The story is that they were facing a MINIMUM of 12 years. That's completely different.

[@melvinleppla6782]

My good sir you are just outstanding. Clear, Concise, and very good at educating us.

[@rickgigliotti4070]

Love your honest coverage of real stories that are relevant to us. We need to be aware and protect our rights.

Now I know why I don’t leave the country.

[@zillsburyy1]

unfortunately our country is going to shit. other than vegas i could never vacation here at home

[@N-Scale]

I am right there with you !!!

[@zillsburyy1]

unfortunately our country has gone to shit. other than Vegas, i could never vacation here at home

[@justins3810]

Indeed the US is going to shit

[@N-Scale]

@@zillsburyy1 Let's hope that changes this year

[@CMDRFandragon]

12 years for bullets in a bag....thats pretty excessive and stupid.

[@justsomeplantcells-]

in england i can get arrested for .22 shells

[@rawbfish9355]

Thank you. Excellent video.

[@timhaugen6410]

That island sounds like a real treat to visit. Remember, years ago, a tourist crossed the southern border with a single barrel break action shotgun? Apparently, a single shot shotgun is considered a weapon of war in Mexico. Similar things have happened at the Canadian border, as well.

[@RobertLanden1]

Wow! Talk about cruel and unusual punishment. No victim. He did no harm. He didn't even threaten anyone. He's being violently and horrifically punished for disobeying a politician's rule no one can prove applies to him. 😡

[@reezee99]

what u fail to realize is hes not in america. dont leave the the country if u dont want to deal with their laws. you should never feel comfortable or complacent when going to another country

[@thomashasty2936]

@@reezee99nah we realize that. We just say it’s a bit to much comrade.

[@1Alexville]

@@reezee99 Their house, their rules, I get it. Punishment does not fit the crime. You feel the punishment fits the crime?

[@reezee99]

@@1Alexville it’s not my country fam. They do what they wanna do over there. You can come home late and your parents take your phone. Your friends at school say that’s not right. Guess what it ain’t their house or rules. It is what it is.

[@amirulhakim9898]

By that logic drugs smuggling should carry no punishment either

[@miroslavm2553]

In a country where a 4 bullets is such a big deal, no normal person should ever go for any reason.

[@dashcammer4322]

Exactly. Screw that place.

[@Njazmo]

Haha, you should try that anywhere in the world, and still get in big trouble.

[@ZarkowsWorld]

@@Njazmo No, you do not get jail or prison-time if you carry 4 bullets it in most parts of Europe.

[@roderick2315]

Excellent Colion, checking your bags for all the stuff you may have :)

[@javieriribe8699]

This is INSANE! I hope he gets out asap

[@Sgt_SealCluber]

But I thought TSA made us safe, so how could he have possibly got ammo through their rigorous inspections?! 🤣

[@UpYourArsenal]

Checked bag, no firearms. TSA doesn't know your destination, it's legal to fly within the US with items in that manner -- it's NOT legal to fly with those items from other countries. What is more surprising is the destination countries didn't detect this upon arrival, TSA had no obligation to care if he wasn't breaking US laws.

[@jfrog1979]

Security theater🎭

[@elultimo102]

They got the pocket knife I forgot I had----I at least left the gun in my car. The return trip cost me my credit card knife, in my wallet for 20 years and only used to slice some food once. (20 years, I think I had an excuse to forget about it).

[@alankordzikowski7670]

I was in recruiting for the Air National Guard. Took an applicant to MEPS one day; we gave them the usual brief about no knives, guns, etc. It was a federal building, and their bags were scanned just like an airport. The applicant I had was a police officer in the NYPD…he brought his range bag as his overnight bag, and didn’t check it thoroughly beforehand. Turns out he had some loose bullets in there. The argument that happened was insane. The Federal police wanted to arrest him. The hoops I had to jump through to get them to just give me his bag so he could proceed through MEPS was stupid… Don’t trust the government to have your best interest at heart, or use common sense. The guy was a literal cop, and they still wanted to arrest him.

[@arbonneladyTN]

Crazy indeed!! ps… thanks for your service! Signed: Navy Brat, Navy Wife & Army m-in- love

[@arbonneladyTN]

Crazy indeed!! ps… thanks for your service! Signed: Navy Brat, Navy Wife & Army m-in- love

[@barneyrice8502]

Yes, But He was not one of Their Cops

[@gordocarbo]

Theres money yto be made in the jail system..its sickening

[@YureiOni]

Love this dude. Keep preaching Colion!

[@TLhike]

Due to your video literally went to new travel bag. I have few that have 20 pockets and have had this very issue where I forgot a multitool that was confiscated. Its very ez to happen. Thx CN you are a true patriot !!!!

[@scottgust9709]

no one should even be in trouble with harmless ammo in a bag. No one should be harassed over such nonsense

[@Njazmo]

You know, gun laws are pretty strict worldwide. It might not hurt being stupid, but it might get you in prison for a long time.

[@DuttyGyal718]

@@Njazmo Yep. Agreed. Not just gun laws. BUT I cant go to Dubai and have a vulgar mouth (Cussing either). People need to understand that and respect the laws of the countries they visit.

[@tonyromano6220]

lol, sheep.

[@pantarkan7]

Mental note: range bag and carryon bag are NOT to spend time together. EVER.

[@10RRASK]

This is my takeaway from all this, everyone is making a big deal about the severe punishment, but their country, their laws. I can’t even comprehend using the same bag for the range and traveling, nevertheless traveling internationally.

[@djYuz]

I agree with this. I have dedicated range bags that never get used for travel . My travel bags and backpacks never go to the range or get used to store firearms or rounds. It’s just easier that way.

[@bullgravy6906]

That part does blow my mind, regardless of how I feel about his imprisonment having a rangebag that is used for anything other than the range is pure insanity

[@bikerbobcat]

I don't have range-only bags yet, so I take time after every trip to check every fold and seam. I've found spent 9mm casings that somehow bounced just right to hide away.

[@djYuz]

@@bikerbobcat Exactly. And it doesn't have to be fancy or expensive. A $20-$30 army green duffel or backpack just for range use saves me from having to check every seam and pocket on my general use backpacks. A small price to pay to prevent a potential future headache.

[@fredschair-heavytalk2683]

Their country… their rules.. simple .

[@AllAboutSurvival]

It's a shame to see such harsh penalties elsewhere. People make mistakes, but this punishment is disproportionate and sends the wrong message.

[@okienightstalker3145]

If the courts don't kick this out then WE THE PEOPLE need to boycott these Islands and cripple their only source of revenue.

[@pvkk85]

Yeah, I'm sure they going to be crippled if they lose a few rednecks that can't leave their home without an arsenal in their backpack.

[@shawnstephens1251]

You the people can't even control your own country.

[@bobross8786]

True but that'll never happen

[@RageUnchained]

@@bobross8786 boycott any country that doesn’t allow their population to be armed

[@me2ontube]

​@@RageUnchainedyou're really dreaming now

[@grantroskens2888]

As you stated, A LOT of other countries frown upon firearms. During my time in the military, I had a incident like you had in Vegas... the only difference was that I had flown 4 times with that same pack before TSA ever found I think it was 1 stray round. I 100% agree with your argument about how this is stupid.

[@wmg33]

My grandfather always said people were crazy for going to foreign countries. I have zero desire to leave America ever for any reason

[@daveh893]

It seems like a stupid mistake, but the 12 year sentence is way over the top.

[@rokkudai]

Its crazy that they are doing all this for ammo. He didn't even have a weapon, just ammo. That's ridiculous.

[@UpYourArsenal]

You don't seem to fully understand the concept of what constitutes a 'weapon' -- a basic metal pipe and a hammer makes this ammunition 'dangerous' in the hands of a person will ill intents. The laws of the U.S. are not the laws of the world -- Yes, this should be viewed as the honest mistake it was - but we as Americans are not 'owed' anything by foreign nations we choose to visit.

[@jamesshives5679]

@@UpYourArsenal It's not about being American, it's about being treated like a human being. Injustice in injustice no matter where you are.

[@Njazmo]

@@jamesshives5679 It's not injustice, if it's the law, that involves everyone. There are strict gun laws worldwide, that includes ammunition, and you should be aware of it.

[@deangelohubbard6866]

Sucks, but it's their laws 😢

[@beerasaurus]

Double check your last luggage BEFORE you travel.

[@jonvon2044]

Intent is everything. This is absolutely ridiculous.

[@explodojones]

If you can't travel armed, don't travel at all. Never let yourself be in a situation where you can't fight.

[@Lord_Shadowfang]

This is the most agreeable comment so far.

[@jeff6969]

My son lives in LA, Commiefornia. I have told him I will never visit him there, because I will not have my safety risked by not having a means to defend myself. He can come back to Tennessee to visit us.

[@derictripp9245]

This means they dont need American money being spent in there country!

[@gwhiddon1]

They are going to be boycotted because the man broke their laws.

[@greenandgold72]

The law aloes to anyone so how about just take personal accountability and check your stuff before flying

[@derictripp9245]

But 12 years for a 4 rounds it be different if there was another charge ! Nomatter how you twist it 12 years is insane !

[@greenandgold72]

Agreed but it’s not America… you have to respect other countries laws.. simple as that!

[@derictripp9245]

They don't here they except us to bend to there laws but won't in return !

[@johnscott5662]

Holy Cow. TSA inspected my checked bag. First and only time. When I unpacked i found one .45 ACP round. It must have fallen in when I cleared my pistol. The sniffer must have detected the round. God bless the USA!

[@tw8e60]

Well said

[@ripcurlreadiness8777]

It’s wrong that they are keeping that guy or even charging him. But you’re right. Americans really need to be aware & thankful for our rights and freedoms as well as fight for them. Because this is an example of just how tyrannical any government can & will get.

[@gwhiddon1]

It's right to them, it's their laws - their country, their laws.

[@Ron.Swanson.]

@@gwhiddon1what’s your point

[@RL-RL]

TSA dropped the ball here in the US. THEY should be held accountable, and the US Consulate should step in and bring this man home!

[@UpYourArsenal]

It wasn't illegal to fly with ammunition in a checked bag in the U.S.of A. TSA's job isn't to know your destination, it's to make sure you're not violating the laws of the US/FAA of the jurisdiction you are in. The TSA did their job perfectly, this man unfortunately made an honest mistake and is learning the U.S. of A. doesn't have absolute power in the world.

[@RL-RL]

@@UpYourArsenal It wasn't a "checked" bag, it was his carry on bag. So that long winded comment doesn't apply. Listen to the story first before making an incorrect statement...And yes, it's the TSA's fault period!

[@LeinaVance]

Look how quickly you all absolve certain people of accountability but not for others.

[@unlisted9494]

​@@RL-RLit's his fault. He is an irresponsible gun owner.

[@raysosebee8841]

​@@unlisted9494 Ok, Mr. Perfect!

[@russandrews3078]

Thank you~!!

[@deegan727]

I recently flew with firearms and did so successfully because of this channel. Don’t worry about double checking your luggage to see if you packed all your toiletries, but quadruple check to make sure you’re not missing details that makes your lawful firearm transport into an illegal one. On the way back I had a pucker moment when TSA said come with me. They scanned my luggage that contained the firearm and asked what they were going to see is what they’re expecting to see. That’s when I started replaying in my mind of what and how it’s packed. In the end they said thanks, have a safe flight. For a minute though I was kinda sweating it.😂

[@AlaninPHX]

Best to NEVER use your bag for double duty. Use a dedicated bag for your guns and ammo. NEVER use your air travel bag / backpack to carry or store your guns and ammo.

[@josephrapczynski9719]

This is why you buy a dedicated range bag. It’s too easy to over look things when you’re using the same bag

[@kennethstaszak9990]

Absolutely. If a person has the money for a Carribean vaacation they have enough money for a dedicated range bag. They're not that expensive.

[@dashcammer4322]

@@kennethstaszak9990 I have a hunch that guy has done a whole lot of stupid things in his life.

[@MrNinout]

12 years is crazy and thats probably his first offense 🤦🏾‍♂️

[@sarishaaban]

Thank you

[@Steve-yo4ld]

I bet this administration won't get involved. He doesn't play basketball!👌

[@wmg33]

He’s not black and gay

[@Stonecon]

Our country is both vast and beautiful. There is no real reason to travel outside the U.S. This story proves my point.

[@dashcammer4322]

Exactly right. I've been to Mexico, Canada, Egypt, Iraq, Israel, Australia, South Korea, Philippines, Japan, Hong Kong, and some places where I never got off the plane or ship. I was getting paid - why would I go anywhere for NO pay, when I can stay here in the finest nation that's ever existed, even with all its warts and problems? I'm never leaving the CONUS again. Hawaii can piss off too. This is a huge nation with more to see than I could ever manage to see, even if I had 300 years to do it. Stay home, people, you're not missing anything, unless you're just not seeing the wonder right here around you. God Bless the United States of America.

[@ThePocketMedic]

TSA failed to find it, but the Turks and Caicos did... slow clap for the TSA.

[@mikeb.5039]

This is why you use a different bag for firearms then one you would use for a family overseas vacation.

[@MastinoNapoletano420]

This is why I hardly ever leave my state, let alone the country.

[@JJK033]

😅😂… come on…

[@pvkk85]

How difficult would it be to leave your guns and ammunition home? I'm pretty sure this is not the reason you don't travel.

[@MastinoNapoletano420]

I am originally from Napoli, Italia and used to travel a lot. In Italy we cannot own guns like here in the US. All my life over there I felt naked and vulnerable. I decided not to travel because of covid and the world has gone nuckin futs. I don't feel safe when I am not armed. I may start traveling again when all this woke far left bullshit goes away.

[@libertybell1574]

I was told never to use a range bag as luggage.

[@tarrantcountykid]

Who knows? Some places may send you to jail if your luggage had a gun mfg logo on it. 🤷‍♂️

[@vishnu79]

I myself have been guilty of this, twice. Once, on a business trip to South Carolina with my wife, I couldn't find my small carry-on bag. Turns out our son had grabbed it out of the hall closet to pack his clothes and toys in to stay at his Grandmother's while we were out of town, and I didn't know he'd taken it. I ended up using my range bag instead. Never thought to check it, and got tagged at Cincy Intermational with 2 9mm rounds down in the bottom. Nothing came of it, but I did have to leave them with security before boarding. The security guy laughed and just told me to double check in the future, as ammo is expensive. Second time was on a trip to Alabama to go hunting with a friend that lives down there, and I'd been rushing to pack as I was late, and threw my range bag (it's an old gym-bag I've had for about forever) into my luggage thinking I might need it. Didn't think to check it, and got lucky as nothing was in it. So far, I'm 0-1 and hope to stay that way.

[@unlisted9494]

​@@tarrantcountykidstop being ridiculous. Live ammo is live ammo, period.

[@leadmuffins7565]

Cool.

[@ohsweetmystery]

Anyone with common sense knows this. A single purpose bag is cheap.

[@wireup4321]

That's insane 😢

[@OffTheGrid1982]

People should check their luggage and bags especially going to an Island that has insane ammunition laws.

[@gkcamden9050]

No need to spend my hard earned vacation money in that country.

[@bobross8786]

Anyone who is smart won't either

[@richardbrewer8301]

This is absolutely stupid. I could see if he had 30 or 40 boxes , but 4 individual bullets is just plain ignorant !!

[@Njazmo]

It doesn't matter, if you have 1 bullet, or 1 box of bullets, law is the law.

[@Kman-hw9pf]

​​@@Njazmo the law is the law, but in the USA at least, officers have the ability to use discretion in cases like this if they are going to charge somebody with a crime. I think anybody with sound judgment can see that this man had no ill intent and just had a few loose bullets that probably came out of their box that he was unaware of . I imagine the spirit of this law is to prevent ammo smuggling into the country and that is clearly not the case here.

[@redtra236]

@@Njazmo Yeah but common sense should apply he's clearly not trafficking with only 4 cartridges

[@schwedr]

That’s absolutely outrageous

[@randy4216]

I learned years ago have travel bags and range bags and this was before TSA took over;it's a major headache when trying to catch a connecting flight.

[@user-hl4oc8wq6u]

It is astonishing to think that a simple mistake involving four bullets has resulted in a 12-year jail sentence. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of appreciating the United States and the freedoms we enjoy.

[@barneyrice8502]

England has its own form of DEM Government along with their Jihadis sitting in Parliament threatening all who might go against them.

[@jonvon2044]

Protect those freedoms because they’re trying to make this our country RIGHT NOW.

[@DesertRat.45]

Something about an american basketball player in Russia with his/her hash pipe

[@ajax1137]

Expecting US style justice from 3rd world islands is a bad idea.

[@celphalonred1999]

Yea. We should go liberate it.

[@dakotaconners107]

justice here in the US is going down that road of 3rd world countries big time or haven't you heard the all the sham trials going on in the last 3 to 4 years

[@illuminerd3757]

​@@celphalonred1999Exactly, last I heard somebody found a huge oil reserve there

[@reiniergarcia]

Expecting a free pass overseas because you are an entitled “American” is a bad idea. 😂😂😂

[@Nightrunnergunner]

@@reiniergarciaand ignorant 😂

[@Michael-iw3ek]

So if a single guy with no cute wife to make an emotional plea to the news would be caught, no one would care, right?

[@LouisReed]

@ColionNoir there is a typo in the video description of the new merch. It says sh*ts where it should be shirts.

[@mynamejosh5536]

That's awful. What is someone gonna do with a few rounds and nothing else anyway? Ridiculously asinine

[@OutlawTwo]

Every bag or clothing I am bringing to an airport gets completely emptied out. Toss it upside down, pat down, making sure I don't have anything. Just like if I knew I was going to a court house, I make sure I don't have anything on me or in my bag that is going to ruin my day.

[@mikesmith-po8nd]

@OutlawTwo, it's great living in a Red state. I missed one round in my pocket and they (LEO) found it at the metal detector. He locked it up and told me to pick it up on my way out.

[@702mechanic5]

I remember I found a few rounds on the ground as a kid and putting them in my wallet. I was traveling with my parents when tsa found the rounds. They took the bullets and let us go.

[@gordocarbo]

12 yrs that is insane.

[@unixsuperuser]

You have to use a separate bag for going to the range folks.

[@Excalibur01]

I do. I sterilize my bags I use for flying

[@oregonpatriot1570]

I don't care *_WHAT_** THE REASON IS!* Anyone who gets on a commercial airliner these days is *ASKING* for trouble. Not only is the entire fleet old and ready to come apart in midair, but baggage is _LITERALLY_ treated better than customers. Add the fact that there seems to be a 'crazy' person on almost every flight and then the fact they treat you like you're a criminal before you board? *I'll NEVER fly again!* _If I must travel, I'll drive, go by rail or take a ship._

[@bikerbobcat]

We definitely need to invest more in rail infrastructure. I'd rather train than fly anywhere.

[@timothywhieldon1971]

poor hands wrote that!

[@oregonpatriot1570]

You spelled 'smart' wrong.

[@rucker69]

@@bikerbobcat "invest more in infrastructure" often is code for "more taxes." is that what you're advocating here?

[@hmp5718]

@@rucker69 for the government that's code for more taxes, for him he probably would be like me and every other American and would like our taxes to be going towards things that benefit the people every now and then.

[@dc76384]

I'm a gun owner, and I can't imagine in any situation where I'd go on vacation, and have ammo in my travel luggage. 'Stray ammunition ' it's not a dog on the street. Responsibility people, not that hard.

[@cjsawinski]

My dad was a pilot (private pilot license with instrument rating for single and twin piston planes). He would fly himself cross country for vacations and business trips (I would co pilot as often as I could). It was pretty common that he would have to leave his plane somewhere and fly home commercial because of bad weather. Well one time when this happened he went to the airport check in fully strapped, carrying in his waste-band and in his carry on. As he was in line he realized what he was doing and stepped out of line, he found a cop and sheepishly told him he had 2 guns on him and all his ammo for both and explained why he had them and why he was there and simply didn’t think about them lol. The cop brought him to one of their back rooms and helped him secure the guns and package them up to ship them back home so he could get on his commercial flight to get home. This was about 2010 I wanna say.

[@zealot777]

Totally chicken $hit charges. C'mon, it's ammo, not the actual gun. 12 years? And TSA missed it the first time? Give this guy a pass for God's sake.

[@cthompson897]

This is why I'm always overly paranoid when traveling with a repurposed range bag...

[@kaasmeester5903]

You should be 😊. Even if you don’t get into any real trouble if they find something, you’ll still have some ‘splaining to do. I once found 2 spent 9mm casings in my coat pocket while standing in line for security. They must have bounced in there at the range. Luckily I found them before going through the scanner. Also, I got selected once for an enhanced security screening (in the USA), and they took swabs off my coat and luggage to scan for drugs. And they found traces of gunpowder, since I wear that coat to the range. They accepted that explanation, but not after going through everything with a fine comb. A hassle that’s best avoided.

[@bikerbobcat]

Dedicated range bags just aren't in my budget yet. It's something I worry about while travelling.

[@mr.fri3ndzone560]

No matter what anyone says. You are responsible for all of your guns and ammunition. and to know the laws of another country.

[@garychaiken808]

This is pure insanity.

[@josephs3973]

TSA let bullets through (in at least two cases), but god forbid you try to bring some shampoo in your carry on.

[@EnforcementDronEd209]

This is ridiculous.

[@nessay720]

In this crazy world we are constantly under stress and forgetful, and always in a hurry. So nothing gets confused, I suggest getting a separate bag that you use only for your gun sport, and nothing else. If your in a no carry state, make sure before you put a gun in your car to go to or leave the range, it has no bullets in it, all clips pullout, double check the chamber, and carry any gun or rifle in a locked carry case, kept in the trunk of the car. When it comes to the safety of your self and your family, make a set of safety rules, and do not deviate from those rules.

[@JESSEverything]

Don't go to places with laws like this.

[@justnana2256]

Why? How can they worry about bullets without a gun? It makes no sense to me.

Same goes for Mexico. I live in El Paso, and if you cross into Juarez with a .22 caliber round in your pocket, you’re in deep shit. In fact if you have an empty shell casing in the back of your truck, again they will toss you in a Mexican prison for a decade.

[@Batmann_]

You can't really do anything with "bullets" even if you do have a gun. Maybe you can do something with them if you have a slingshot.

[@justnana2256]

@@Batmann_ Bullets, cartridges, ammo, whatever. The regular person knows what I mean, even if you want to play semantics.

[@Batmann_]

@@justnana2256 I like how everyone enjoys giving snotty responses like this instead of 'yeah, it's not just a bullet' and then better articulates it in the future. Just because "everyone" says it wrong, doesn't mean you should. Should we start calling guns a barrel? Should we call cars a hood? Should we call houses a porch? All of those sound absurd, because it's not just "semantics". You just want to call it semantics, again, because it's a common error.

[@madtabby66]

What am I going to do with a shell? Poke my eye out?

[@user-vx7vi3vq1c]

I belong to a travel club with very wealthy members. We have already put Turks & Caicos on our ban list.

[@jamesfairmind2247]

Not accurate about UK gun laws. Semi auto .22 rifles are allowed as are semi-auto shotguns, (restricted to 3 shells on a shotgun licence but unlimited mag capacity on a Firearms licence). Handguns are allowed for pistol club members but they must have minimum 30 cm barrels if full bore revolvers or .22 Semi auto pistols. Both must have a thin counterweight fitted to the handgrip to bring the overall length up to 60 cm. Muzzle loading black powder (or synthetic powder) revolvers can be any barrel length as long as it is for club shooting. Land owners can have 2 shot handguns of any barrel length for humane dispatch or vermin control, such as 3 inch Bond Arms derringer. Moderators are a "shall issue" on any requested firearm including shotguns at no extra cost and fully moderated Mossberg pumps in 410, 20 and 12 are |"off the shelf" at most large gun stores and have been for over 50 years. Now you know.

[@tomtwr3]

There are so many signs you have to go by when approaching security. Why would you ever put guns or ammo in regular luggage for any reason? Why wouldn't you have dedicated cases for these items?

[@N-Scale]

I think Britain should be sentenced to 10 years in prison

[@thomascacioppo3785]

I think yalls president biden needs to do 10 years.

[@Z3nHolEminD]

Shhh the picts are listening

[@isaacmacqueen9695]

​@@thomascacioppo3785I'd take that deal. Damn good deal

[@D91Mart]

@@thomascacioppo3785So do most Americans 😂

[@davedavids57]

Turks has very very different laws to Britain. Gun laws in different parts of the UK and UK territories differ more than gun laws do between US states. It goes from Scotland were you need a licence for a air pistol with 1ftp of energy to the Falklands were just about anything goes.

[@guins99]

WTF travels with a bag they also use for the range? This is ridiculous either way, hope this guy gets home soon.

[@Nnelg1965]

I see no need or reason to travel outside of the USA.

[@andrewtran2667]

well now i know where i will never travel to in my life

[@Nta_winy_lftst]

They have the same problem in the Virgin Islands. We were there and saw people pulling guns, over traffic arguments, but supposed to be a 100% gun free Island.