Richard Lebron Carney
Rhea County · Booked Jan 29, 2026
Booking #2026000126
Personal Information
Richard Carney was booked in Rhea County on Jan 29, 2026 on 3 misdemeanors, 1 violation, including Drug Possession and 4 other charges.
Charges (5)
Drug Possession
Original: Charge Code: 39-17-418-5 Charge Description: SCH II 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
Driving on Roadways Laned for Traffic
Original: Charge Code: 55-8-123 Charge Description: VIOLATION OF LANE LAW
Driving on roadways laned for traffic.
Penalty: Classification not specified
View full statute explanationNo Proof of Insurance
Original: Charge Code: 55-12-139 Charge Description: FAILURE TO PROVIDE PROOF OF INSURANCE
Compliance with financial responsibility law required – Evidence of compliance – Issuance of citations by police service technicians — Class C misdemeanor. Up to 30 days in jail and $50 fine. Penalty may be enhanced for prior offenses or aggravating factors.
Penalty: Class C misdemeanor; 30 days; fine up to $50
Unregistered Vehicle on Hwy.
Original: Charge Code: 55-3-102 Charge Description: UNREGISTERED VEHICLE ON HWY.
Misuse of Evidences of Registration a Misdemeanor
Original: Charge Code: 55-5-115 Charge Description: IMPROPER USE OF VEHICLE REGISTRATION
Misuse of evidences of registration a misdemeanor – Penalties — Class C misdemeanor. Up to 30 days in jail and $50 fine. Penalty may be enhanced for prior offenses or aggravating factors.
Penalty: Class C misdemeanor; 30 days; fine up to $50