TCA 55-5-120
Penalty for violations
MISDEMEANOR CClass C Misdemeanor
Sentence enhancement may apply
What does this charge mean?
Penalty for violations — 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) It is a Class C misdemeanor for any person to violate any of the provisions of chapters 1-6 of this title unless such violation is by chapters 1-6 of this title or other law of this state declared to be a felony. (b) Unless another penalty is in chapters 1-6 of this title or by the laws of this state provided, a violation of any of the provisions of chapters 1-6 of this title is a Class C misdemeanor.
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Quick Facts
MISDEMEANOR C
TCA Section55-5-120
Max Jail30 days
Max Fine$50