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STEVEN BRUCE was booked in Putnam County on Jul 10, 2025 on 1 misdemeanor, including Methamphetamine Offenses and 3 other charges.
Charges (4)
Methamphetamine Offenses
Original: MANUFACTURE, DELIVERY, SALE OR POSSESSION OF METHAMPHETAMINE
It is illegal to manufacture, deliver, sell, or possess methamphetamine with intent to manufacture, deliver, or sell it, or to knowingly possess or casually exchange any amount of methamphetamine. Simple possession or casual exchange of methamphetamine is punished less severely than possession with intent to sell. Penalties depend on whether the charge involves intent to distribute (more severe) or simple possession (less severe), with specific jail time and fines determined by related statutes TCA 39-17-417 and 39-17-418.
Penalty: Violation
View full statute explanationDriving While in Possession of Methamphe
Original: DRIVING WHILE IN POSSESSION OF METHAMPHE
Failure to Appear
Original: GS CAPIAS FAIL TO APPEAR OR PAY
It is illegal to knowingly fail to appear in court when you've been summoned, arrested with a court-ordered release condition, cited instead of arrested, or issued a criminal summons. Failure to appear is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months 29 days in jail and a $2,500 fine. A defense exists if you had a reasonable excuse for missing the court date.
Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500
Destruction or Release of Records
Original: FUGITIVE FROM JUSTICE
Destruction or release of records — Class A misdemeanor. Up to 11 months 29 days in jail and $2,500 fine. Penalty may be enhanced for prior offenses or aggravating factors.
Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500