TCA 39-17-1303
Unlawful sale, loan or gift of firearm
MISDEMEANOR AClass A Misdemeanor
Sentence enhancement may apply
What does this charge mean?
It is illegal to sell, loan, or give a firearm to a minor, or to sell ammunition to someone who is intoxicated. Punishment is up to 11 months 29 days in jail and/or up to $2,500 in fines. There is a legal defense if the firearm was loaned to a minor for hunting or lawful sporting activities. ---
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) A person commits an offense who: (1) Intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly sells, loans or makes a gift of a firearm to a minor; (2) Intentionally, knowingly or recklessly sells a firearm or ammunition for a firearm to a person who is intoxicated; or (3) Intentionally, knowingly, recklessly or with criminal negligence violates § 39-17-1316. (b) It is a defense to prosecution under subdivision (a)(1) that: (1) A firearm was loaned or given to a minor for the purposes of hunting, trapping, fishing, camping, sport shooting or any other lawful sporting activity; and (2) The person is not required to obtain a license under § 39-17-1316. (c) For purposes of this section, “intoxicated” means substantial impairment of mental or physical capacity resulting from introduction of any substance into the body. (d) An offense under this section is a Class A misdemeanor.
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Quick Facts
MISDEMEANOR A
TCA Section39-17-1303
Max Jail11 months 29 days
Max Fine$2,500