Gilbert Arenas was charged Thursday with felony gun possession, a crime that carries a maximum five years in jail and a fine, authorities said.

The charge was filed Thursday afternoon by the U.S. Attorney's office for the District.

The U.S. Attorney's office alleged that on Dec. 21, Arenas "did carry, openly and concealed on or about his person, in a place other than his dwelling place, place of business or on other land possessed by him, a pistol, without license issued pursuant to law."

Arenas is currently on indefinite suspension by the NBA.

The Wizards issued the following statement to RealGM and other news outlets on Thursday:

"We are aware of the charge filed against Gilbert Arenas today and will continue to follow the ongoing legal process very carefully.  We will also continue to cooperate fully with the proper authorities and the NBA.  Beyond our previous statements on this serious and unfortunate matter, will have no further comment at this time.?