TCA 39-17-426
Delivery, sale or possession of jimsonweed
MISDEMEANOR AClass A Misdemeanor
Sentence enhancement may apply
What does this charge mean?
It is illegal to deliver, sell, or possess jimsonweed seeds on school property (K-12 grounds). This is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months and 29 days in jail and 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) It is an offense for a person to deliver, sell or possess the seed of the gentiana lutea plant, also known as jimsonweed, on the premises or grounds of any school, grades kindergarten through twelve (K-12). (b) A violation of this section is a Class A misdemeanor.
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Quick Facts
MISDEMEANOR A
TCA Section39-17-426
Max Jail11 months 29 days
Max Fine$2,500