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JAMES C ADAMS

Knox County · Booked Jan 24, 2026

Booking #1691209

Booking photo of JAMES C ADAMS, Knox County, Jan 24, 2026

Personal Information

Date of BirthJul 7, 1972 (age 53 at booking)
RaceWhite
SexMale
Height5' 11''
Weight192 lbs
HairBrown
EyesBrown

JAMES ADAMS was booked in Knox County on Jan 24, 2026 on 3 felonies, 1 misdemeanor, 1 violation, including Aggravated Assault and 7 other charges.

Charges (8)

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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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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Charge 3
MISDEMEANOR E

Domestic Assault

Original: DOMESTIC ASSAULT

TCA § 39-13-111

Domestic assault is when someone commits assault (hitting, attacking, threatening, or attempting to injure) against a domestic abuse victim—which includes current or former spouses, people living together, dating partners, family members by blood or marriage, or children of people in these relationships. Punishment depends on whether it's a first or second offense and the method used, ranging from the same penalties as basic assault to enhanced felony charges for repeat offenses.

Penalty: Class E felony; 1-6 years; fine up to $3,000

Max Jail: 1-6 yearsMax Fine: $3,000
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Charge 4
VIOLATION

Violation of an Order of Protection or Restraining

Original: VIOLATION OF A PROTECTIVE ORDER

TCA § 39-13-113

Violating an order of protection or restraining order issued by a court is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months and 29 days in jail and/or a fine up to $2,500. To be convicted, the person must have received notice of the court order, had a chance to appear in court, and the court must have made specific findings that the person committed domestic abuse or other qualifying conduct.

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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Charge 5
PENDING

GPS Required Prior to Release

Original: GPS REQUIRED PRIOR TO RELEASE

Charge 6
PENDING

Theft of Property

Original: HOLD FOR SEVIER COUNTY- THEFT OF PROPERTY

TCA § 39-14-103

It is illegal to take or exercise control over someone else's property without their permission with the intent to either permanently deprive them of it or withhold it long enough to substantially reduce its value or their enjoyment of it. This applies to any item of value.

Penalty: Violation

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Charge 7
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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Bond:$50,000 (APPEARANCE)
Charge 8
PENDING

Theft of Property

Original: THEFT OF PROPERTY - >$1,000 TO < $2,500

TCA § 39-14-103

It is illegal to take or exercise control over someone else's property without their permission with the intent to either permanently deprive them of it or withhold it long enough to substantially reduce its value or their enjoyment of it. This applies to any item of value.

Penalty: Violation

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Bond:$3,000 (APPEARANCE)

Booking Details

Booking #1691209