TCA 39-13-806
Weapons of mass destruction
FELONY BClass B Felony
Sentence enhancement may apply
What does this charge mean?
It is illegal to possess, develop, manufacture, produce, transfer, weaponize, or retain any biological, chemical, nuclear, or radiological weapon of mass destruction without lawful authority. This is a Class B felony punishable by 8-30 years in prison and/or a fine up to $25,000.
Penalty Details
ClassificationClass B Felony
Maximum Jail8-30 years
Maximum Fine$25,000
Penalty SummaryClass B felony; 8-30 years; fine up to $25,000
(a) It is an offense for any person, without lawful authority, to possess, develop, manufacture, produce, transfer, acquire, weaponize, or retain any weaponized agent, biological warfare agent, weaponized biological or biologic warfare agent, chemical warfare agent, nuclear or radiological agent, or any other weapon of mass destruction. (b) A violation of subsection (a) is a Class B felony.
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Quick Facts
FELONY B
TCA Section39-13-806
Max Jail8-30 years
Max Fine$25,000