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Chumlee from Pawn Stars was captured and faces an extended jail sentence

Austin Lee Russell, known to his fans as Chumlee from The Pawn Stars, reportedly informed a court on Monday of his willingness to consider a plea deal concerning drug and weapon charges stemming from a police raid at his Las Vegas residence.

According to the Las Vegas Review-Journal, Russell is expected to enter a guilty plea to one count of attempted possession.

He surrendered the firearms and drugs allegedly discovered on his property and has undergone three years of probation. Additionally, he is required to undergo treatment.

When authorities apprehended Russell, they claimed to have found a large bag of marijuana and a small quantity of methamphetamine.

The recovered firearms included handguns, rifles, and an MP5 assault-style weapon. Police had arrived at Russell’s home to investigate a sexual assault allegation. He was released on a $62,000 bond and has not been formally charged.

As reported by Fox News, if Russell, 33, remains compliant, he may avoid further legal issues. However, should he fail to do so, he could face a sentence of two to five years.

Prescription pills, including Xanax, were also discovered in his residence.

Russell’s attorney, David Chesnoff, stated that the reality star aims to move past this incident.

“We will evaluate the legality of the alleged search in court, not in public,” Chesnoff remarked.

“We both believe in law and order and are hopeful that the matter will be resolved appropriately.”

Russell is well-known for hosting extravagant parties.

According to sources, he possesses a firearm and frequently consumes cannabis.

The History Channel’s Pawn Stars announced last week that “for now, they are simply allowing the legal system to take its course.”