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Daniel Richard Malec

Knox County · Booked Feb 11, 2026

Booking #416686

Booking photo of Daniel Richard Malec, Knox County, Feb 11, 2026

Personal Information

Date of BirthJul 22, 1979 (age 46 at booking)

Daniel Malec was booked in Knox County on Feb 11, 2026 on 1 misdemeanor, including Drug Paraphernalia and 4 other charges.

Charges (5)

Charge 1
PENDING

Drug Paraphernalia

Original: POSS UNLAW DRUG PARAPHERNALIA - ATTEMPT

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 2
MISDEMEANOR

Vandalism

Original: VANDALISM - > $1,000 - <$2,500 Bond: $2,000.00

TCA § 39-14-408

It is illegal to intentionally damage someone else's property by destroying it, making it unusable, defacing it, or contaminating it with chemicals or toxic substances. The offense includes damaging merchandise in stores and marking or defacing government property. A violation is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months 29 days in jail and a $2,500 fine. The charge is enhanced to a Class E felony (1-6 years prison) in certain circumstances, such as for repeat offenses or especially serious property damage.

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
PENDING

Tampering With or Fabricating Evidence

Original: TAMPERING W/ EVIDENCE Bond: $20,000.00

TCA § 39-16-503

It is illegal to alter, destroy, hide, or create fake records, documents, or physical evidence when you know an investigation or court proceeding is happening, if you intend to affect the evidence or the outcome of the case. A conviction is a Class C felony punishable by 3-15 years in jail and up to $10,000 in fines.

Penalty: Class C felony; 3-15 years; fine up to $10,000

Max Jail: 3-15 yearsMax Fine: $10,000
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Charge 4
PENDING

Drug Possession

Original: SIMPLE POSS/CASUAL EXCHANGE Bond: $500.00

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 5
PENDING

Drug Possession

Original: SIMPLE POSS/CASUAL EXCHANGE Bond: $500.00

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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Booking Details

Booking #416686