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James Monroe was booked in Shelby County on Feb 11, 2026 on 2 misdemeanors, 1 violation, including Drug Paraphernalia and 4 other charges.
Charges (5)
Drug Paraphernalia
Original: Charge Code: 21191 Charge Description: POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA
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
Tampering With or Fabricating Evidence
Original: Charge Code: 21137 Charge Description: TAMPERING WITH/FABRICATING EVIDENCE
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
Evading Arrest
Original: Charge Code: 21147 Charge Description: EVADING ARREST
It is illegal to hide from or run away from a police officer you know is trying to arrest you, or to flee in a vehicle when signaled to stop by a police officer. Evading arrest is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months and 29 days in jail and a $2,500 fine, with mandatory driver's license suspension of 6 months to 2 years. This offense can be enhanced to a felony if you flee in a vehicle in dangerous circumstances or if the attempted arrest was lawful.
Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500
Speed Limits
Original: Charge Code: 10341 Charge Description: SPEEDING M
Speed limits – Penalties — 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
Violation of Mud Flap Law
Original: Charge Code: 10369 Charge Description: VIOLATION OF MUD FLAP LAW