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Richard Peter Nielson

Knox County · Booked Nov 16, 2025

Booking #1498649

Booking photo of Richard Peter Nielson, Knox County, Nov 16, 2025

Personal Information

Date of BirthAug 11, 1968 (age 57 at booking)
RaceWhite
SexMale
Height5'3"
Weight149 lbs
HairGray
EyesBlue

Tattoos / Scars / Marks

SCAR, KNEE, RIGHT; SCAR, ARM, LEFT, NONSPECIFIC; SCAR, FOREARM, LEFT

Richard Nielson was booked in Knox County on Nov 16, 2025 on 1 felony, 1 misdemeanor, 3 violations, including Domestic Assault and 7 other charges.

Charges (8)

Charge 1
MISDEMEANOR E

Domestic Assault

Original: DOMESTIC ASSAULT

TCA § 39-13-111

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

Max Jail: 1-6 yearsMax Fine: $3,000
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Offense:Nov 18, 2025
Charge 2
FELONY

Aggravated Assault

Original: AGGRAVATED ASSAULT - DOMESTIC

TCA § 39-13-102

Aggravated assault is assault committed with a deadly weapon (a firearm or anything designed to cause death or serious injury) or assault that causes serious bodily injury (substantial risk of death or permanent damage); this is a Class D felony (2 to 12 years in prison, up to $5,000 fine), but can be elevated to a Class C or B felony depending on aggravating circumstances like the severity of injury or use of weapons.

Penalty: Class D felony; 2-12 years; fine up to $5,000

Max Jail: 2-12 yearsMax Fine: $5,000
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Bond:$20,000 (APPEARANCE)
Offense:Dec 2, 2025
Charge 3
VIOLATION

Violation of Probation

Original: COMMUNITY SUPERVISION VIOLATION

TCA § 40-35-311

Issuance of warrant or summons upon violation of conditions of probation – Probation revocation hearing – Admissibility of laboratory report – Revocation of probation and suspension of sentence – Use of validated risk and n… — Class A misdemeanor. Up to 11 months 29 days in jail and $2,500 fine. Penalty may be enhanced for prior offenses or aggravating factors.

Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500

Max Jail: 11 months 29 daysMax Fine: $2,500
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Bond:$1,000 (APPEARANCE)
Offense:Dec 2, 2025
Charge 4
VIOLATION

Violation of Probation

Original: COMMUNITY SUPERVISION VIOLATION

TCA § 40-35-311

Issuance of warrant or summons upon violation of conditions of probation – Probation revocation hearing – Admissibility of laboratory report – Revocation of probation and suspension of sentence – Use of validated risk and n… — Class A misdemeanor. Up to 11 months 29 days in jail and $2,500 fine. Penalty may be enhanced for prior offenses or aggravating factors.

Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500

Max Jail: 11 months 29 daysMax Fine: $2,500
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Bond:$1,000 (APPEARANCE)
Offense:Dec 2, 2025
Charge 5
VIOLATION

Violation of Probation

Original: VIOLATION OF COMMUNITY SUPERVISION WITH CRIMINAL OFFENSE

TCA § 40-35-311

Issuance of warrant or summons upon violation of conditions of probation – Probation revocation hearing – Admissibility of laboratory report – Revocation of probation and suspension of sentence – Use of validated risk and n… — Class A misdemeanor. Up to 11 months 29 days in jail and $2,500 fine. Penalty may be enhanced for prior offenses or aggravating factors.

Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500

Max Jail: 11 months 29 daysMax Fine: $2,500
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Bond:$2,000 (APPEARANCE)
Offense:Dec 2, 2025
Charge 6
PENDING

Harassment

Original: INTERFERENCE WITH EMERGENCY CALLS

TCA § 39-17-308

The offense is intentionally pursuing, contacting, or communicating with another person in a way that alarms or annoys them (including through electronic means or social media), or intentionally threatening another person or a minor. This is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months and 29 days in jail and/or a fine up to $2,500; it is enhanced to a Class E felony if the victim is a minor, if the defendant has prior harassment convictions, or if the harassment involves threats of violence.

Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500

Max Jail: 11 months 29 daysMax Fine: $2,500
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Bond:$500 (APPEARANCE)
Offense:Dec 2, 2025
Charge 7
PENDING

12 Hour Hold Ends on 11/16/2025 @ 0545

Original: 12 HOUR HOLD ENDS ON 11/16/2025 @ 0545

Offense:Nov 16, 2025
Charge 8
PENDING

GPS Required Prior to Release

Original: GPS REQUIRED PRIOR TO RELEASE

Offense:Nov 16, 2025

Booking Details

Booking #1498649