A California man is facing federal drug charges after an arrest this spring in northwest Kansas, according to a news release from U.S. Attorney Barry Grissom.

Ascencion Montes-Martinez, 35, Lynwood, Calif., is charged with one count of possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine. The crime is alleged to have occurred May 28 in Thomas County.

If convicted, he faces a penalty of not less than 10 years and a fine up to $4 million. The Drug Enforcement Administration investigated. Assistant U.S. Attorney Michelle Jacobs is prosecuting.