Michael Derrell Bates
Shelby County · Booked Feb 5, 2026
Booking #26101877
Personal Information
Michael Bates was booked in Shelby County on Feb 5, 2026 on 1 felony, 1 misdemeanor, including Unlawful Weapon Possession and 3 other charges.
Charges (4)
Unlawful Weapon Possession
Original: Charge Code: 21229 Charge Description: CONVICTED FELON IN POSS OF HANDGUN
It is illegal to carry or possess certain weapons including firearms, knives, or items designed to cause serious injury or death. Base punishment is up to 6 months in jail and/or up to $500 in fines. Penalties increase to felonies (1-6 years) if the weapon is carried during commission of a felony, near school property, or in certain other circumstances. ---
Penalty: Class B misdemeanor; 6 months; fine up to $500
Firearm During Dangerous Felony
Original: Charge Code: 22482 Charge Description: EMPLOY FIREARM W/I TO COMMIT FELONY
It is illegal to possess a firearm with the intent to use it armed during the commission or attempted commission of a dangerous felony (any felony involving violence, threat of violence, or serious bodily injury). Violation is a Class D felony (2-12 years imprisonment and/or up to $5,000 fine), and can be enhanced to a Class C felony depending on the circumstances or nature of the underlying felony.
Penalty: Class D felony; 2-12 years; fine up to $5,000
Manuf Del/Sell/ Marijuana
Original: Charge Code: 33004 Charge Description: MANUF DEL/SELL/ MARIJUANA
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