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Ethan Rife was booked in Knox County on Nov 21, 2025 on 1 felony, 1 misdemeanor, including Aggravated Assault and 1 other charge.
Charges (2)
Aggravated Assault
Original: AGG ASSAULT AND POSSESS WITH INTENT TO SELL OR DELIVER MARIHUANA (REV OF PROB)
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
Child Abuse and Child Neglect or Endangerment
Original: CHILD ABUSE
Knowingly inflicting injury on a child under 18 (through non-accidental means) is child abuse, a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months 29 days in jail and/or up to $2,500 in fines. If the abused child is 8 years old or younger, the offense is elevated to a Class D felony punishable by 2-12 years in prison. Enhanced penalties apply for child neglect or endangerment with aggravating factors.
Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500