Maurice Essie was booked in Knox County on Jan 30, 2026 on 2 felonies, including Carjacking and 1 other charge.
Charges (2)
Carjacking
Original: CARJACKING Bond: $40,000.00
Carjacking is intentionally taking someone's motor vehicle from their possession by using a deadly weapon, displaying an object that looks like a weapon, or using force or intimidation. This offense targets the theft of cars or trucks directly from the owner through violence or threats. Conviction carries 8 to 30 years in prison and fines up to $25,000.
Penalty: Class B felony; 8-30 years; fine up to $25,000
Aggravated Robbery
Original: AGGRAVATED ROBBERY Bond: $40,000.00
Aggravated robbery is robbery (taking property by force or fear) committed while carrying a deadly weapon, displaying an object that looks like a deadly weapon, or seriously injuring the victim. This enhanced version of robbery is charged when the robber uses or displays a gun, knife, or other weapon, or causes serious physical injury. Conviction carries 8 to 30 years in prison and fines up to $25,000.
Penalty: Class B felony; 8-30 years; fine up to $25,000