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Donald Edward Waters

Knox County · Booked Feb 3, 2026

Booking #152151

Booking photo of Donald Edward Waters, Knox County, Feb 3, 2026

Personal Information

Date of BirthJan 19, 1969 (age 57 at booking)

Donald Waters was booked in Knox County on Feb 3, 2026 on 4 felonies, including Aggravated Assault and 5 other charges.

Charges (6)

Charge 1
FELONY

Aggravated Assault

Original: AGGRAVATED ASSAULT - DOMESTIC

TCA § 39-13-102

Aggravated assault is assault committed with a deadly weapon (a firearm or anything designed to cause death or serious injury) or assault that causes serious bodily injury (substantial risk of death or permanent damage); this is a Class D felony (2 to 12 years in prison, up to $5,000 fine), but can be elevated to a Class C or B felony depending on aggravating circumstances like the severity of injury or use of weapons.

Penalty: Class D felony; 2-12 years; fine up to $5,000

Max Jail: 2-12 yearsMax Fine: $5,000
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Offense:Feb 3, 2026
Charge 2
FELONY

Aggravated Assault

Original: AGGRAVATED ASSAULT - DOMESTIC

TCA § 39-13-102

Aggravated assault is assault committed with a deadly weapon (a firearm or anything designed to cause death or serious injury) or assault that causes serious bodily injury (substantial risk of death or permanent damage); this is a Class D felony (2 to 12 years in prison, up to $5,000 fine), but can be elevated to a Class C or B felony depending on aggravating circumstances like the severity of injury or use of weapons.

Penalty: Class D felony; 2-12 years; fine up to $5,000

Max Jail: 2-12 yearsMax Fine: $5,000
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Offense:Feb 3, 2026
Charge 3
PENDING

Drug Possession

Original: SIMPLE POSS/CASUAL EXCHANGE (MARJ <1/2 OZ OR 14.175 GRAMS)

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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Offense:Feb 5, 2026
Charge 4
PENDING

12 Hour Hold Until 2/3/26 at 0441 Hours

Original: 12 HOUR HOLD UNTIL 2/3/26 AT 0441 HOURS

Offense:Feb 3, 2026
Charge 5
FELONY

Unlawful Weapon Possession

Original: POSSESSION WEAPON - CONVICTED FELON

TCA § 39-17-1307

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

Max Jail: 6 monthsMax Fine: $500
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Bond:$20,000 (APPEARANCE)
Offense:Feb 3, 2026
Charge 6
FELONY

Aggravated Assault

Original: AGGRAVATED ASSAULT - DOMESTIC

TCA § 39-13-102

Aggravated assault is assault committed with a deadly weapon (a firearm or anything designed to cause death or serious injury) or assault that causes serious bodily injury (substantial risk of death or permanent damage); this is a Class D felony (2 to 12 years in prison, up to $5,000 fine), but can be elevated to a Class C or B felony depending on aggravating circumstances like the severity of injury or use of weapons.

Penalty: Class D felony; 2-12 years; fine up to $5,000

Max Jail: 2-12 yearsMax Fine: $5,000
View full statute explanation
Bond:$20,000 (APPEARANCE)
Offense:Feb 3, 2026

Booking Details

Booking #152151