Grand Jury Returns Two Indictments

MADISON, WIS. -- A federal grand jury in the Western District of Wisconsin, sitting in Madison, returned the following indictments today.  You are advised that a charge is merely an accusation and that a defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

La Crosse Man Charged with Distributing Methamphetamine

James Vinson, 33, La Crosse, Wisconsin, is charged with distributing 50 grams or more of methamphetamine.  The indictment alleges that he distributed the methamphetamine on December 5, 2019.

If convicted, Vinson faces a mandatory minimum penalty of five years and a maximum penalty of 40 years in federal prison.  The charge against him is the result of an investigation by the La Crosse County Sheriff’s Office, the West Central Metropolitan Enforcement Group, and the Onalaska and La Crosse Police Departments.  Assistant U.S. Attorney Steven Anderson is handling the prosecution.

Madison Man Charged with Threatening Federal Probation Officer

Amin W. Williams, 37, Madison, Wisconsin, is charged with threatening to assault a federal law enforcement officer.  The indictment alleges that on August 27, 2019, Williams threatened a U.S. Probation Officer with the intent to retaliate against the officer, while the officer was engaged in the performance of his official duties.

If convicted, Williams faces a maximum penalty of six years in federal prison.  The charge against him is the result of an investigation by the U.S. Marshals Service.  Assistant U.S. Attorney Corey Stephan is handling the prosecution.