Orlando Witherow
Blount County · Booked Jan 20, 2026
Booking #260120013
Personal Information
Orlando Witherow was booked in Blount County on Jan 20, 2026 on 2 felonies, 4 misdemeanors, including Criminal Homicide and 5 other charges.
Charges (6)
Criminal Homicide
Original: 39-13-201(attempted) - Criminal Homicide
Criminal homicide is the unlawful killing of another human being, which includes five categories: first degree murder, second degree murder, voluntary manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and vehicular homicide. The specific category depends on the circumstances and the defendant's mental state.
Penalty: Classification not specified
View full statute explanationUnlawful Weapon Possession
Original: 39-17-1307 (FELON) - POSSESSION OF FIREARM BY 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
Reckless Endangerment
Original: 39-13-103 (WEAPON/INJURY) - RECKLESS ENDANGERMENT (WEAPON/INJURY)
Reckless endangerment is when someone acts recklessly in a way that puts another person in immediate danger of death or serious injury. This happens when a person is aware of a serious risk but ignores it anyway—for example, firing a gun into a crowd or driving dangerously fast through a populated area. A basic conviction is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months and 29 days in jail and/or a fine up to $2,500. The offense is enhanced to a Class E, D, or C felony (1-15 years in prison) if the reckless conduct involves using a deadly weapon or firearm.
Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500
Domestic Assault
Original: 39-13-111 - DOMESTIC ASSAULT
Domestic assault is when someone commits assault (hitting, attacking, threatening, or attempting to injure) against a domestic abuse victim—which includes current or former spouses, people living together, dating partners, family members by blood or marriage, or children of people in these relationships. Punishment depends on whether it's a first or second offense and the method used, ranging from the same penalties as basic assault to enhanced felony charges for repeat offenses.
Penalty: Class E felony; 1-6 years; fine up to $3,000
Driving on Suspended/revoked License
Original: 55-50-504 - Driving on Suspended
Driving while license cancelled, suspended or revoked – Minors – Forfeiture – Notice — Class B misdemeanor. Up to 6 months in jail and $500 fine. Penalty may be enhanced for prior offenses or aggravating factors.
Penalty: Class B misdemeanor; 6 months; fine up to $500
Violation of an Order of Protection or Restraining
Original: 39-13-113 - VIOLATION OF ORDER OF PROTECTION
Violating an order of protection or restraining order issued by a court is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months and 29 days in jail and/or a fine up to $2,500. To be convicted, the person must have received notice of the court order, had a chance to appear in court, and the court must have made specific findings that the person committed domestic abuse or other qualifying conduct.
Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500