A Pittsburgh resident has pleaded guilty in federal court to charges related to firearms and narcotics offenses, according to an announcement from United States Attorney Troy Rivetti.
Jamar Perminter, 26, entered his plea before United States District Judge Marilyn J. Horan on February 3, 2026. He admitted to one count of possession of a firearm and ammunition by a convicted felon and one count of possession with intent to distribute fentanyl and heroin.
According to information presented in court, law enforcement executed search warrants on July 31, 2025, targeting Perminter’s person, residence, and two vehicles. Authorities recovered a loaded and chambered 9mm pistol, a firearm magazine, and 9mm ammunition. They also found dozens of bricks containing fentanyl or heroin, a digital scale, multiple cell phones, and about $84,000 in cash from Perminter’s home and vehicles. Perminter had previously been convicted in federal court for possession with intent to distribute cocaine base and heroin. Federal law prohibits individuals with felony convictions from possessing firearms or ammunition.
Judge Horan has scheduled sentencing for May 27, 2026. The statutory maximum sentence is up to 45 years in prison and fines up to $2,250,000. However, the actual sentence will be determined based on the seriousness of the offenses and Perminter’s prior criminal history under federal Sentencing Guidelines. Perminter will remain in custody until sentencing.
Assistant United States Attorney Kelly M. Locher is prosecuting the case for the government.
The investigation was conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation along with the Stowe Township Police Department, McKees Rocks Police Department, and Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.
This prosecution falls under Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), an initiative that brings together law enforcement agencies at all levels with community organizations to reduce violent crime and gun violence. In May 2021, the Department strengthened PSN’s strategy by focusing on building trust within communities, supporting violence prevention organizations, setting targeted enforcement priorities, and evaluating results through measurable outcomes.
