Holmes Beach police officers arrested Cape Coral resident Cody Scena, 34, Sept. 15 on two third-degree felony charges for possessing marijuana and a concealed firearm.
Scena also was charged with a first-degree misdemeanor for possessing drug paraphernalia and given a citation for speeding.
An officer saw a truck traveling faster than the speed limit and activated his radar, tracking the vehicle at 63 mph in a 35-mph zone.
The officer stopped the motorist, identified as Scena, and smelled marijuana emanating from inside.
Scena admitted to possessing marijuana without a medical license, as well as a firearm under his seat, according to the police report.
The officer searched the vehicle and found several bags containing marijuana, as well as three glass pipes and a loaded pistol.
The officer seized the items, arrested Scena and transported him to the Manatee County jail, where he was released Sept. 17 after posting $3,500 bond.
Conviction on a third-degree felony is punishable with up to 5 years in prison, 5 years of probation and a $5,000 fine.
An arraignment will be at 9 a.m. Friday, Oct. 8, at the Manatee County Judicial Center, 1051 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton.
— Ryan Paice