THOMAS, Circuit Judge.
In this appeal, we consider whether in using the phrases "possesses" and "uses or carries," 18 U.S.C. § 924(c)(1)(A) defines two offenses or two means of committing a single offense. We conclude that the statute defines one offense, and affirm the judgment of the district court.
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Jose Arreola appeals his conviction for the use of a firearm during the commission of a drug trafficking crime, in violation of 18 U.S.C. &...
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