TCA 39-15-510
Offense of abuse of elderly or vulnerable adult
FELONY EClass E Felony
Sentence enhancement may apply
What does this charge mean?
It is illegal to knowingly abuse an elderly or vulnerable adult, which includes intentional physical harm or injury. Abusing an elderly adult is a Class E felony (1-6 years in prison and a $3,000 fine). Abusing a vulnerable adult is a Class D felony (2-12 years in prison and a $3,000 fine).
Penalty Details
ClassificationClass E Felony
Maximum Jail1-6 years
Maximum Fine$3,000
Penalty SummaryClass E felony; 1-6 years; fine up to $3,000
Enhancement NotesMultiple classifications: Class D felony, Class E felony
(a) It is an offense for a person to knowingly abuse an elderly or vulnerable adult. (b) The offense of abuse of an elderly adult is a Class E felony. (c) The offense of abuse of a vulnerable adult is a Class D felony.
View on official sourceLast verified: Feb 25, 2026
Recent Bookings with this Charge
View allKevin Belcher
Monroe Co. · Feb 22, 2026
Jerry Greenlee
Sevier Co. · Feb 21, 2026
Allen Washington
Fayette Co. · Feb 18, 2026
Allen Washington
Fayette Co. · Feb 18, 2026
Robbie Watson
Hamilton Co. · Feb 17, 2026
Trinity Becker
Grainger Co. · Feb 10, 2026
Cody Presnell
Carter Co. · Feb 2, 2026
Gregory Wallen
Sullivan Co. · Jan 31, 2026
Quick Facts
FELONY E
TCA Section39-15-510
Max Jail1-6 years
Max Fine$3,000
Recent Bookings8+
Geographic Distribution
Fayette14
Sevier2
Carter2
Blount2
Wayne1
Sullivan1
Scott1
Monroe1
Knox1
Hamilton1
Grainger1
Campbell1
+ 1 more counties