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Tamara Bynum was booked in Shelby County on Feb 16, 2026 on 4 charges, including Possession of Handgun While Under Influence and 3 other charges.
Charges (4)
Possession of Handgun While Under Influence
Original: Charge Code: 21948 Charge Description: POSS OF HANDGUN WHILE INTOXICATED
It is illegal to possess a handgun while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, even if you have a handgun permit. It is also illegal to possess any firearm inside a restaurant, bar, or similar public establishment where alcohol is served and consumed, while you are actively drinking alcohol. Violation is a Class A misdemeanor (up to 11 months 29 days jail and/or $2,500 fine). Additionally, if you have a handgun permit and violate the "under the influence" provision in an alcohol-serving establishment, your permit will be suspended for 3 years.
Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500
Open Container Law
Original: Charge Code: 21936 Charge Description: OPEN CONTAINER LAW
Open container law — Class C misdemeanor. Up to 30 days in jail and $50 fine. Penalty may be enhanced for prior offenses or aggravating factors.
Penalty: Class C misdemeanor; 30 days; fine up to $50
Operate Car W/Reflectorized Windows
Original: Charge Code: 10669 Charge Description: OPERATE CAR W/REFLECTORIZED WINDOWS
DUI
Original: Charge Code: 10083 Charge Description: DRIVING U/INFLUENCE INTOX/DRUGS
Driving under the influence prohibited – Alcohol concentration in blood or breath.
Penalty: Classification not specified
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