Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams will not face any charges related to an October traffic stop in Detroit. Williams and his brother were pulled over for speeding, and authorities had been considering whether Williams should be charged for carrying a concealed weapon without a proper license. During the stop, Williams was a passenger in the car, and the firearm he possessed was found to be without a concealed carry permit.
The Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office, led by Kym Worthy, reviewed the case thoroughly and determined that there were not sufficient grounds to charge Williams. In a statement issued on Monday, Worthy emphasized that the decision was based solely on the facts of the case and the applicable law, not any external factors.
Worthy further clarified that the decision was made without regard to Williams’ status as a professional athlete. She noted that the office had previously charged athletes from the Detroit area and would not have hesitated to do so in this case if the evidence had warranted it. The prosecutor’s office maintained its commitment to objective legal analysis.
The situation arose after the traffic stop when officers discovered the unlicensed firearm in the vehicle. While carrying a concealed weapon without a license is illegal in Michigan, prosecutors ultimately concluded that the facts did not support a criminal charge in Williams’ case.
Williams had already served a two-game suspension earlier this season due to a violation of the NFL’s performance-enhancing drug policy. Despite this setback, he has been an impactful player for the Lions, recording 29 receptions for 602 yards and four touchdowns so far this season.
This decision closes the case regarding the traffic stop and concealed weapon charge, and Williams will not face any criminal consequences related to this
incident.
