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William Murphy, pastor of the Dream Center Church of Atlanta has been accused of trying to board a flight with a weapon and could face civil penalties as well as jail time.  Murphy had a 9mm Taurus handgun loaded with 10 rounds of ammunition in his carry-on bag as he placed it in the X-ray machine at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, according to Atlanta police.  Murphy appeared in Clayton County court on unauthorized possession of a weapon charges. Murphy is a well-known pastor and gospel artist who just days ago was elevated to the office of bishop. Murphy does have a license to carry a firearm but he would have to check his weapon before going through security if he wanted to take it with him during his flight. In addition to a $2,500 bond he could face civil penalties up to $7,500.