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Derick Brown was booked in Rhea County on Jan 28, 2026 on 3 misdemeanors, including Drug Paraphernalia and 3 other charges.
Charges (4)
Drug Paraphernalia
Original: Charge Code: 39-17-425-1 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
Viol. Seat Belt Law
Original: Charge Code: 55-9-603 Charge Description: VIOL. SEAT BELT LAW
Driving on Suspended/revoked License
Original: Charge Code: 55-50-504 (A) (1) Charge Description: DRIVING WHILE LICENSE CANCELLED, SUSPENDED OR REVOKED (1ST VIOLATION)
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
Drug Possession
Original: Charge Code: 39-17-418-7 Charge Description: SCH I POSSESSION
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