The Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office has opted not to charge Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams with a gun-related offense following a traffic stop in early October, according to multiple reports.

The stop took place when Williams was a passenger in a vehicle driven by his brother, who was pulled over for speeding and having an obstructed license plate.

The Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office has decided not to pursue gun-related charges against Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams following a traffic stop in early October, according to multiple sources. The stop occurred around 1 a.m. on October 8, when Williams was a passenger in a car driven by his brother, who was pulled over for speeding and having an obstructed license plate.

During the stop, Williams’ brother informed officers that there were two firearms in the vehicle, one of which was located under Williams’ seat. While his brother had a valid Concealed Pistol License (CPL), Williams did not, which led to his brief arrest. He was later released at the scene after a Detroit Police Department supervisor intervened, as reported by WXYZ.

In deciding against charging Williams, Prosecutor Kym Worthy’s office noted the unique circumstances of the case, stating in a release to FOX 2 Detroit that there was no clear precedent for such a situation. “Every case is fact specific,” the office said, explaining that the law was unclear in cases where the CPL holder was not in immediate control of the weapon. The office also highlighted the ambiguity around how many firearms a CPL holder is allowed to possess, suggesting a review of the law may be needed. “I urge the legislature to immediately look closely at this law so that prosecutors in Michigan can have steady and meaningful guidance in the future,” Worthy stated. However, she emphasized that had Williams been found with the firearm on his person, he would have been charged.

The case, which garnered widespread attention due to Williams’ status as a professional athlete, also sparked discussion about Michigan’s gun laws. Criminal defense attorney Jeff Kramer told CBS News Detroit that if this had been an average citizen, the case likely would have proceeded without hesitation. Worthy reiterated that the decision not to file charges was based solely on a thorough legal review, and not on Williams’ public profile.