TCA 39-14-701
Possession of burglary tools
MISDEMEANOR AClass A Misdemeanor
Sentence enhancement may apply
What does this charge mean?
This statute makes it illegal to possess any tool or device (like a crowbar or lock-picking kit) when you intend to use it to commit burglary or let someone else use it for that purpose. This is a Class A misdemeanor, punishable by up to 11 months and 29 days in jail and/or a fine up to $2,500.
Penalty Details
ClassificationClass A Misdemeanor
Maximum Jail11 months 29 days
Maximum Fine$2,500
Penalty SummaryClass A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500
A person who possesses any tool, machine or implement with intent to use the same, or allow the same to be used, to commit any burglary, commits a Class A misdemeanor.
View on official sourceLast verified: Feb 25, 2026
Recent Bookings with this Charge
View allEbony Hammond
Fayette Co. · Mar 7, 2026
Chaquarious Mason
Madison Co. · Mar 5, 2026
Massar Sarr
Fayette Co. · Mar 2, 2026
Adrain White
Shelby Co. · Feb 22, 2026
Jessica Forshaw
Hamilton Co. · Feb 16, 2026
Mark Rudd
Shelby Co. · Feb 14, 2026
Chelsie Wilkey
Hamilton Co. · Feb 12, 2026
Austin Devries
Hamilton Co. · Feb 12, 2026
Quick Facts
MISDEMEANOR A
TCA Section39-14-701
Max Jail11 months 29 days
Max Fine$2,500
Recent Bookings8+
Geographic Distribution
Fayette10
Hamilton6
Shelby5
Putnam2
Sullivan1
Roane1
Madison1
Jefferson1
Campbell1
Blount1
Anderson1