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TCA 55-5-115

Misuse of evidences of registration a misdemeanor – Penalties

MISDEMEANOR CClass C Misdemeanor
Sentence enhancement may apply

What does this charge mean?

Misuse of evidences of registration a misdemeanor – Penalties — Class C misdemeanor. Up to 30 days in jail and $50 fine. Penalty may be enhanced for prior offenses or aggravating factors.

Penalty Details

ClassificationClass C Misdemeanor
Maximum Jail30 days
Maximum Fine$50
Penalty SummaryClass C misdemeanor; 30 days; fine up to $50
(a) No person shall lend to another any certificate of title, certificate of registration, registration plate, special plate, or permit issued to such person, if the person desiring to borrow the same would not be entitled to the use thereof, nor shall any person knowingly permit the use of any of the same by one not entitled thereto, nor shall any person display upon a vehicle any certificate of registration, registration plate, or permit not issued for that vehicle or not otherwise lawfully used thereon under chapters 1-6 of this title. (b) A violation of this section is a Class C misdemeanor.
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Quick Facts

MISDEMEANOR C
TCA Section55-5-115
Max Jail30 days
Max Fine$50
Recent Bookings3+

Geographic Distribution

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