TCA 39-16-608
Implements for escape
FELONY DClass D Felony
Sentence enhancement may apply
What does this charge mean?
It is illegal to intentionally sneak something into a prison or give an inmate something that could help them escape. This is a Class D felony punishable by 2-12 years in prison and a $5,000 fine. Examples include weapons, tools, money, or fake documents that could facilitate an escape.
Penalty Details
ClassificationClass D Felony
Maximum Jail2-12 years
Maximum Fine$5,000
Penalty SummaryClass D felony; 2-12 years; fine up to $5,000
(a) It is unlawful for any person, with intent to facilitate escape, to introduce into a penal institution, or provide an inmate with, anything that may be useful for the inmate’s escape. (A) Convicted of a crime. See Tennessee Code 39-16-601Person: includes the singular and the plural and means and includes any individual, firm, partnership, copartnership, association, corporation, governmental subdivision or agency, or other organization or other legal entity, or any agent or servant thereof. See Tennessee Code 39-11-106(b) A violation of this section is a Class D felony.
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Quick Facts
FELONY D
TCA Section39-16-608
Max Jail2-12 years
Max Fine$5,000