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TCA 40-35-116

Revocation of bail on conviction

FELONY AClass A Felony
Sentence enhancement may apply

What does this charge mean?

Revocation of bail on conviction — Class A felony. Up to 15-60 years in jail and $50,000 fine. Penalty may be enhanced for prior offenses or aggravating factors.

Penalty Details

ClassificationClass A Felony
Maximum Jail15-60 years
Maximum Fine$50,000
Penalty SummaryClass A felony; 15-60 years; fine up to $50,000
(a) If a defendant is convicted of first degree murder, a Class A felony, rape, aggravated robbery, aggravated sexual battery, aggravated kidnapping, aggravated child abuse, statutory rape by an authority figure or a violation of § 39-17-417(b) or (i), the judge shall revoke bail immediately, notwithstanding sentencing hearings, motions for a new trial and related post-guilt determination hearings. (b) If a defendant is convicted of any other felony offense, the judge may revoke bail immediately, notwithstanding sentencing hearing, motion for a new trial and related post-guilt determination hearings. (c) If the court revokes the defendant’s bail, the defendant shall be housed in a local jail pending the sentencing determination. Following sentencing, the defendant shall be transferred to the custody of the authority to whom the defendant was sentenced. (d) If a defendant is convicted of first degree murder, the judge may house the defendant in a local jail or may transfer custody to the department of correction pending further proceedings in the trial court.
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Quick Facts

FELONY A
TCA Section40-35-116
Max Jail15-60 years
Max Fine$50,000