A man and woman were arrested after Birmingham police found them in possession of several guns - including a Draco rifle - while three young children were in the vehicle with them.

Keown Jackson, 32, and Nicolette Murphy, 25, were arrested Friday, Sept. 28, Birmingham police said Tuesday.

North Precinct officers stopped the suspects' vehicle in the 100 block of Third Avenue West, said Sgt. Johnny Williams. The traffic stop was made when officers saw the vehicle had an expired tag.

As the officer approached, he saw the Draco 7.62mm rifle and a Diamondback 5.56 mm rifle inside the vehicle. Officers also recovered more than 300 rounds of ammunition and a .40-calliber handgun, Williams said.

The three children in the vehicle were taken into custody by the Department of Human Resources.

Jackson had an outstanding traffic warrant. He and Murphy have both now been charged with violation of the state firearms act. Police did not specify the violation.