In this riveting discussion, Mr. Larson, a veteran appellate counsel, argues that 18 U.S.C. §924(c) should be viewed as a lesser-included offense of §924(j), challenging the double jeopardy implications. Ms. Brown, representing the DOJ, counters that the statutes allow for separate punishments and explores their textual interplay. Mr. McLeod, as amicus counsel, reinforces the argument for cumulative punishments based on statutory design. The interplay between conviction, sentencing, and legislative intent shines through in their engaging legal debate.
