JAMES ALLEN BRIGGS , JAMES A BRIGGS JAMES , ALLEN BRIGGS
Davidson County · Booked Aug 28, 2024
Personal Information
JAMES BRIGGS was booked in Davidson County on Aug 28, 2024 on 17 felonies, 1 misdemeanor, including Aggravated Burglary and 17 other charges.
Charges (18)
Aggravated Burglary
Original: Burglary - Aggravated (Felony)
Aggravated burglary is burglary of someone's home (a habitation), which is a Class C felony punished by 3 to 15 years in prison and up to $10,000 in fines.
Penalty: Class C felony; 3-15 years; fine up to $10,000
First Degree Murder
Original: MURDER, 1ST DEGREE, PREMEDITATED/INTENTIONAL (Felony)
First degree murder occurs in five situations: (1) a premeditated and intentional killing; (2) a killing during the commission of certain dangerous felonies like robbery, burglary, kidnapping, or child abuse; (3) a killing caused by throwing or discharging a bomb or destructive device; (4) a killing during an act of terrorism; or (5) a killing during rape or aggravated rape. A conviction results in death, life without parole, or life imprisonment—except for those under 18 at the time of the offense, who cannot receive the death penalty.
Penalty: Violation
View full statute explanationReckless Endangerment
Original: RECKLESS ENDANGERMENT-OCCUPIED HABITATION (Felony)
Reckless endangerment is when someone acts recklessly in a way that puts another person in immediate danger of death or serious injury. This happens when a person is aware of a serious risk but ignores it anyway—for example, firing a gun into a crowd or driving dangerously fast through a populated area. A basic conviction is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months and 29 days in jail and/or a fine up to $2,500. The offense is enhanced to a Class E, D, or C felony (1-15 years in prison) if the reckless conduct involves using a deadly weapon or firearm.
Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500
Firearm During Dangerous Felony
Original: WEAPON, DANGEROUS FELONY, EMPLOY FIREARM W/INTENT (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
Reckless Endangerment
Original: RECKLESS ENDANGERMENT-OCCUPIED HABITATION (Felony)
Reckless endangerment is when someone acts recklessly in a way that puts another person in immediate danger of death or serious injury. This happens when a person is aware of a serious risk but ignores it anyway—for example, firing a gun into a crowd or driving dangerously fast through a populated area. A basic conviction is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months and 29 days in jail and/or a fine up to $2,500. The offense is enhanced to a Class E, D, or C felony (1-15 years in prison) if the reckless conduct involves using a deadly weapon or firearm.
Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500
Reckless Endangerment
Original: RECKLESS ENDANGERMENT-OCCUPIED HABITATION (Felony)
Reckless endangerment is when someone acts recklessly in a way that puts another person in immediate danger of death or serious injury. This happens when a person is aware of a serious risk but ignores it anyway—for example, firing a gun into a crowd or driving dangerously fast through a populated area. A basic conviction is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months and 29 days in jail and/or a fine up to $2,500. The offense is enhanced to a Class E, D, or C felony (1-15 years in prison) if the reckless conduct involves using a deadly weapon or firearm.
Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500
Reckless Endangerment
Original: RECKLESS ENDANGERMENT-OCCUPIED HABITATION (Felony)
Reckless endangerment is when someone acts recklessly in a way that puts another person in immediate danger of death or serious injury. This happens when a person is aware of a serious risk but ignores it anyway—for example, firing a gun into a crowd or driving dangerously fast through a populated area. A basic conviction is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months and 29 days in jail and/or a fine up to $2,500. The offense is enhanced to a Class E, D, or C felony (1-15 years in prison) if the reckless conduct involves using a deadly weapon or firearm.
Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500
Unlawful Weapon Possession
Original: WEAPON, POSS FIREARM DV CONVICTION (Misdemeanor)
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
Reckless Endangerment
Original: RECKLESS ENDANGERMENT-OCCUPIED HABITATION (Felony)
Reckless endangerment is when someone acts recklessly in a way that puts another person in immediate danger of death or serious injury. This happens when a person is aware of a serious risk but ignores it anyway—for example, firing a gun into a crowd or driving dangerously fast through a populated area. A basic conviction is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months and 29 days in jail and/or a fine up to $2,500. The offense is enhanced to a Class E, D, or C felony (1-15 years in prison) if the reckless conduct involves using a deadly weapon or firearm.
Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500
Firearm During Dangerous Felony
Original: WEAPON, DANGEROUS FELONY, EMPLOY FIREARM W/INTENT (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
Reckless Endangerment
Original: RECKLESS ENDANGERMENT-OCCUPIED HABITATION (Felony)
Reckless endangerment is when someone acts recklessly in a way that puts another person in immediate danger of death or serious injury. This happens when a person is aware of a serious risk but ignores it anyway—for example, firing a gun into a crowd or driving dangerously fast through a populated area. A basic conviction is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months and 29 days in jail and/or a fine up to $2,500. The offense is enhanced to a Class E, D, or C felony (1-15 years in prison) if the reckless conduct involves using a deadly weapon or firearm.
Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500
Reckless Endangerment
Original: RECKLESS ENDANGERMENT-OCCUPIED HABITATION (Felony)
Reckless endangerment is when someone acts recklessly in a way that puts another person in immediate danger of death or serious injury. This happens when a person is aware of a serious risk but ignores it anyway—for example, firing a gun into a crowd or driving dangerously fast through a populated area. A basic conviction is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months and 29 days in jail and/or a fine up to $2,500. The offense is enhanced to a Class E, D, or C felony (1-15 years in prison) if the reckless conduct involves using a deadly weapon or firearm.
Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500
Reckless Endangerment
Original: RECKLESS ENDANGERMENT-OCCUPIED HABITATION (Felony)
Reckless endangerment is when someone acts recklessly in a way that puts another person in immediate danger of death or serious injury. This happens when a person is aware of a serious risk but ignores it anyway—for example, firing a gun into a crowd or driving dangerously fast through a populated area. A basic conviction is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months and 29 days in jail and/or a fine up to $2,500. The offense is enhanced to a Class E, D, or C felony (1-15 years in prison) if the reckless conduct involves using a deadly weapon or firearm.
Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500
Reckless Endangerment
Original: RECKLESS ENDANGERMENT-OCCUPIED HABITATION (Felony)
Reckless endangerment is when someone acts recklessly in a way that puts another person in immediate danger of death or serious injury. This happens when a person is aware of a serious risk but ignores it anyway—for example, firing a gun into a crowd or driving dangerously fast through a populated area. A basic conviction is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months and 29 days in jail and/or a fine up to $2,500. The offense is enhanced to a Class E, D, or C felony (1-15 years in prison) if the reckless conduct involves using a deadly weapon or firearm.
Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500
Reckless Endangerment
Original: RECKLESS ENDANGERMENT-OCCUPIED HABITATION (Felony)
Reckless endangerment is when someone acts recklessly in a way that puts another person in immediate danger of death or serious injury. This happens when a person is aware of a serious risk but ignores it anyway—for example, firing a gun into a crowd or driving dangerously fast through a populated area. A basic conviction is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months and 29 days in jail and/or a fine up to $2,500. The offense is enhanced to a Class E, D, or C felony (1-15 years in prison) if the reckless conduct involves using a deadly weapon or firearm.
Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500
Reckless Endangerment
Original: RECKLESS ENDANGERMENT-OCCUPIED HABITATION (Felony)
Reckless endangerment is when someone acts recklessly in a way that puts another person in immediate danger of death or serious injury. This happens when a person is aware of a serious risk but ignores it anyway—for example, firing a gun into a crowd or driving dangerously fast through a populated area. A basic conviction is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months and 29 days in jail and/or a fine up to $2,500. The offense is enhanced to a Class E, D, or C felony (1-15 years in prison) if the reckless conduct involves using a deadly weapon or firearm.
Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500
Aggravated Assault
Original: Assault, Aggravatd - Deadly Weapon - Int/Kn - In Concert (Felony)
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
Aggravated Burglary
Original: Burglary – Aggravated – Acting in Concert (Felony)
Aggravated burglary is burglary of someone's home (a habitation), which is a Class C felony punished by 3 to 15 years in prison and up to $10,000 in fines.
Penalty: Class C felony; 3-15 years; fine up to $10,000