Vicente Narciso

It is illegal to threaten mass violence on school property or at school events in a way that a reasonable person would believe could cause serious bodily injury, knowing the threat is unfounded and made to terrorize, evacuate, or close the school. A conviction is a Class B misdemeanor punishable by up to 6 months in jail and up to $500 in fines; if the threat specifically involves mass shooting or a weapon, it is enhanced to a Class A misdemeanor (up to 11 months and 29 days in jail).

Penalty: Class B misdemeanor; 6 months; fine up to $500

It is illegal to commit any act of terrorism in Tennessee, meaning any act intended to intimidate civilians or coerce the government through violence or threats. This is a Class A felony punishable by 15-60 years in prison and/or a fine up to $50,000; however, if the terrorist act results in someone's death, the person must be prosecuted for first-degree murder instead.

Penalty: Class A felony; 15-60 years; fine up to $50,000

Aggravated assault is assault committed with a deadly weapon (a firearm or anything designed to cause death or serious injury) or assault that causes serious bodily injury (substantial risk of death or permanent damage); this is a Class D felony (2 to 12 years in prison, up to $5,000 fine), but can be elevated to a Class C or B felony depending on aggravating circumstances like the severity of injury or use of weapons.

Penalty: Class D felony; 2-12 years; fine up to $5,000