 According to a report previously submitted by Lincoln Police
Department Chief Ken Greenslate, the Lincoln police were called to
the high school at 10:09 a.m. Monday due to the possibility of a
student in possession of a weapon.Landstrom was subsequently
arrested, and his bond was set at $25,000.
On Friday, Harris said Landstrom was facing two charges, the
first being unlawful use of a weapon.
He indicated the charge warranted Landstrom being charged as an
adult for this crime.
He read aloud a recount of the incident, saying that on May 14
Landstrom allegedly committed the offense of carrying to the high
school a pistol concealed under his shirt.
Harris said the crime was punishable with a maximum of five years
in prison and one year of supervised release, and a minimum of 30
months of probation.
Harris said the second charge being brought against Landstrom was
possession of a stolen firearm.
Harris said it is alleged that on May 14 Landstrom knowingly held
possession of a Ruger P89 semiautomatic pistol with the knowledge
that it was stolen property.
Harris said if Landstrom pleads to or is found guilty of both
charges, the second charge would be punishable with a maximum
sentence of seven years of imprisonment and two years of supervised
release, and a minimum of up to 48 months of probation.
Harris indicated that should the first count be dismissed or
Landstrom be found innocent, then he might qualify as a juvenile on
the second count.
Harris told Landstrom he could hire his own attorney or have one
appointed for him by the courts. Landstrom indicated he would like a
court-appointed attorney.
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First Assistant State's Attorney Jonathan Wright was present for
the hearing and presented statements and motions to the judge at the
end of the hearing.
Wright placed on file the sworn statement of the arresting
officer in the case. He also asked that a supplemental order filed
with the courts be sealed because it contained the name of a
juvenile who is not the defendant.
Harris agreed to sealing the supplemental order.
At the end of the hearing, Landstrom asked if he could make a
statement, but Harris advised him not to at this time. He explained
Landstrom should have the guidance of his attorney before making any
public comments.
Harris acknowledged Landstrom's family members in the courtroom
and said it would be advisable for Landstrom and his family to
contact the court-appointed attorney as soon as possible.
Harris also set a second hearing to be held at 9 a.m. Monday.
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