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John Lamb was booked in Knox County on Jan 15, 2026 on 4 felonies, including Drug Paraphernalia and 6 other charges.
Charges (7)
Drug Paraphernalia
Original: POSSESS WITH INTENT TO SELL OR DELIVER A CONT SUBSTANCE, POSSESS WITH INTENT TO SELL OR DELIVER MARIHUANA, POSS. OF A FIREARM DURING A DANGEROUS FELONY, POSS. OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA, KEEPING A PLACE OF DRUG USE, UNLAWFUL POSSESSION OF A WEAPON, CONSPIRACY TO POSSESS WITH INTENT TO SELL
It is illegal to knowingly use, possess, deliver, or manufacture drug paraphernalia (equipment used to consume, produce, or test drugs, such as pipes, syringes, or meth labs). This is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months and 29 days in jail and a fine up to $2,500, but it can be enhanced to a Class E felony depending on circumstances.
Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500
Firearm During Dangerous Felony
Original: POSSESS FIREARM INTENT TO GO ARMED - DANGEROUS FELONY
It is illegal to possess a firearm with the intent to use it armed during the commission or attempted commission of a dangerous felony (any felony involving violence, threat of violence, or serious bodily injury). Violation is a Class D felony (2-12 years imprisonment and/or up to $5,000 fine), and can be enhanced to a Class C felony depending on the circumstances or nature of the underlying felony.
Penalty: Class D felony; 2-12 years; fine up to $5,000
Tampering With or Fabricating Evidence
Original: TAMPERING W/ EVIDENCE
It is illegal to alter, destroy, hide, or create fake records, documents, or physical evidence when you know an investigation or court proceeding is happening, if you intend to affect the evidence or the outcome of the case. A conviction is a Class C felony punishable by 3-15 years in jail and up to $10,000 in fines.
Penalty: Class C felony; 3-15 years; fine up to $10,000
Drug Manufacturing/delivery/sale
Original: SCHEDULE II DRUGS: FENTANYL - .5 GRAMS OR GREATER
It is illegal to knowingly manufacture, deliver, sell, or possess with intent to deliver a controlled substance. This is typically a Class E felony punishable by 1 to 6 years in prison and a fine up to $3,000, but the penalty increases to a Class A, B, C, or D felony depending on the type of drug and amount involved.
Penalty: Class E felony; 1-6 years; fine up to $3,000
Unlawful Weapon Possession
Original: POSSESSION WEAPON - CONVICTED FELON
It is illegal to carry or possess certain weapons including firearms, knives, or items designed to cause serious injury or death. Base punishment is up to 6 months in jail and/or up to $500 in fines. Penalties increase to felonies (1-6 years) if the weapon is carried during commission of a felony, near school property, or in certain other circumstances. ---
Penalty: Class B misdemeanor; 6 months; fine up to $500
Drug Possession
Original: SCHEDULE VI DRUGS: 1/2 OZ (14.175 GRAMS) -10LB MARJ/HASH<=2LBS
It is illegal to knowingly possess a controlled substance or casually exchange a small amount without a valid prescription from a doctor. This is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months and 29 days in jail and a fine up to $2,500, but it can be enhanced to a Class E felony for certain circumstances (such as being near a school or involving minors).
Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500
Drug Manufacturing/delivery/sale
Original: MAINTAIN DWELLING FOR DRUG USE
It is illegal to knowingly manufacture, deliver, sell, or possess with intent to deliver a controlled substance. This is typically a Class E felony punishable by 1 to 6 years in prison and a fine up to $3,000, but the penalty increases to a Class A, B, C, or D felony depending on the type of drug and amount involved.
Penalty: Class E felony; 1-6 years; fine up to $3,000