TCA 39-17-306
Disrupting meeting or procession
MISDEMEANOR AClass A Misdemeanor
Sentence enhancement may apply
What does this charge mean?
The offense is intentionally preventing or disrupting a lawful meeting, procession, or gathering through physical action or words that substantially obstruct or interfere with the event. 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) A person commits an offense if, with the intent to prevent or disrupt a lawful meeting, procession, or gathering, the person substantially obstructs or interferes with the meeting, procession, or gathering by physical action or verbal utterance. (b) A violation of this section is a Class A misdemeanor.
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MISDEMEANOR A
TCA Section39-17-306
Max Jail11 months 29 days
Max Fine$2,500
Recent Bookings1+
Geographic Distribution
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