Personal Information
Preston Mills was booked in Blount County on Dec 6, 2024 on 1 felony, 2 misdemeanors, 1 violation, including Vehicular Homicide and 4 other charges.
Charges (5)
Vehicular Homicide
Original: 39-13-213 (DUI) - VEHICULAR HOMICIDE (DUI)
Vehicular homicide is recklessly killing someone through operation of a vehicle (car, airplane, boat, or other motor vehicle) when caused by conduct creating substantial risk of death, the driver's intoxication, drag racing, or construction zone violations. Punishment ranges from 2 to 12 years in prison and up to $5,000 in fines for reckless conduct or drag racing; intoxication-related vehicular homicide is punished more severely as a Class B felony with a mandatory minimum 48 hours in jail, and sentences are enhanced for prior alcohol-related convictions.
Penalty: Class D felony; 2-12 years; fine up to $5,000
Driving on Roadways Laned for Traffic
Original: 55-8-123 (IMP LN USAGE) - IMPROPER LANE USAGE
Driving on roadways laned for traffic.
Penalty: Classification not specified
View full statute explanationDrivers to Exercise Due Care
Original: 55-8-136 - FAILURE TO USE DUE CARE AND CAUTION
Drivers to exercise due care — 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
DUI
Original: 55-10-401 - DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE
Driving under the influence prohibited – Alcohol concentration in blood or breath.
Penalty: Classification not specified
View full statute explanationViolation of an Order of Protection or Restraining
Original: 0373 - VIOLATION OF PRE-TRIAL RELEASE
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