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James Donovan Upchurch

Sullivan County · Booked Feb 17, 2026

Booking #73574

Personal Information

RaceWhite
SexMale
Weight205 lbs
HairBrown
EyesHazel

James Upchurch was booked in Sullivan County on Feb 17, 2026 on 1 felony, 1 misdemeanor, 1 violation, including Drug Possession and 5 other charges.

Charges (6)

Charge 1
PENDING

Drug Possession

Original: MANUFACTURE/DELIVERY/SALE/POSSESSION OF SCHEDULE VI CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

TCA § 39-17-418

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

Max Jail: 11 months 29 daysMax Fine: $2,500
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Charge 2
PENDING

Drug Possession

Original: MANUFACTURE/DELIVERY/SALE/POSSESSION OF SCHEDULE IV CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

TCA § 39-17-418

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

Max Jail: 11 months 29 daysMax Fine: $2,500
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Charge 3
FELONY

Drug Possession

Original: MANUFACTURE/DELIVERY/SALE/POSSESSION OF SCHEDULE III CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

TCA § 39-17-418

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

Max Jail: 11 months 29 daysMax Fine: $2,500
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Charge 4
MISDEMEANOR A

Drug Paraphernalia

Original: DRUG PARAPHERNALIA

TCA § 39-17-425

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

Max Jail: 11 months 29 daysMax Fine: $2,500
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Charge 5
VIOLATION

Bail/bond Conditions Violation

Original: FAILURE TO APPEAR

TCA § 40-11-150

When setting bail for someone arrested for child abuse, stalking, elderly abuse, or domestic violence crimes, the magistrate must carefully review the facts and consider the defendant's danger to others and flight risk before deciding if bail is appropriate and how much it should be.

Penalty: Violation

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Charge 6
PENDING

Bail/bond Conditions Violation

Original: BOND REVOCATION

TCA § 40-11-150

When setting bail for someone arrested for child abuse, stalking, elderly abuse, or domestic violence crimes, the magistrate must carefully review the facts and consider the defendant's danger to others and flight risk before deciding if bail is appropriate and how much it should be.

Penalty: Violation

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Booking Details

Booking #73574