Twyla Star-Zahara Benefield
Loudon County · Booked Jan 27, 2026
Booking #20260100140
Personal Information
Twyla Benefield was booked in Loudon County on Jan 27, 2026 on 3 misdemeanors, including Drug Paraphernalia and 3 other charges.
Charges (4)
Drug Paraphernalia
Original: Charge Code: 39-17-425 Charge Description: POSS OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA
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
DUI
Original: Charge Code: 55-10-401 Charge Description: DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE
Driving under the influence prohibited – Alcohol concentration in blood or breath.
Penalty: Classification not specified
View full statute explanationDrug Possession
Original: Charge Code: 39-17-418 Charge Description: SIMPLE POSSESSION OR CASUAL EXCHANGE
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
Controlled Substances in Schedule I
Original: Charge Code: 39-17-406 Charge Description: POSSESSION OF SCH.II
This statute lists the specific drugs classified in Schedule I (the most dangerous category), including opiates and other substances with high abuse potential and no legal medical use in the U.S.
Penalty: Classification not specified
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