Former Erie County Chief of Narcotics D.J. Granville has pleaded not guilty to a gun storage charge. The plea was entered in Buffalo City Court on July 1, 2026. Granville was charged with unlawful storage of a firearm.
The case will now proceed to trial, where Granville will have the opportunity to defend himself against the charges.
"I am confident that I will be found not guilty". The prosecution will have to prove that Granville stored his firearm in a manner that was not in compliance with the law. Buffalo City Court will hear the case, and a judge will ultimately decide Granville's fate. The outcome of this case will have significant implications for Granville and his future.
As the case moves forward, Buffalo residents will be watching to see how it unfolds. The next step in the case will be the trial, which will take place on a date to be determined. Erie County residents will be interested in the outcome of this case, as it involves a former high-ranking law enforcement official.