TCA 39-16-514
Dismissal of employee because of jury service
MISDEMEANOR AClass A Misdemeanor
Sentence enhancement may apply
What does this charge mean?
It is illegal for an employer to fire or terminate an employee because they served on a jury. A conviction is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months and 29 days in jail and up to $2,500 in fines.
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
It is a Class A misdemeanor for any employer to dismiss from employment any employee because of jury service by that employee.
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Quick Facts
MISDEMEANOR A
TCA Section39-16-514
Max Jail11 months 29 days
Max Fine$2,500