WALTER L LAWRENCE , WALTER L LAWRENCE , WALTER LEON LAWERENCE , WALTER LEON WALTER , LAWRENCE L LARWRENCE , WALTER LAWERENCE , WALTER L LAWRENCE
Davidson County · Booked Oct 21, 2025
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WALTER LAWRENCE was booked in Davidson County on Oct 21, 2025 on 7 felonies, 5 misdemeanors, including Drug Manufacturing/delivery/sale and 11 other charges.
Charges (12)
Drug Manufacturing/delivery/sale
Original: Poss. w/Int-Cont.Sub. – Fentanyl <.5 gr Deadly Weapon (Felony)
It is illegal to knowingly manufacture, deliver, sell, or possess with intent to deliver a controlled substance. This is typically a Class E felony punishable by 1 to 6 years in prison and a fine up to $3,000, but the penalty increases to a Class A, B, C, or D felony depending on the type of drug and amount involved.
Penalty: Class E felony; 1-6 years; fine up to $3,000
Unauthorized Use of Automobiles and Other Vehicles
Original: UNAUTHORIZED USE OF A VEHICLE (Misdemeanor)
It is a Class A misdemeanor (up to 11 months 29 days jail and/or $2,500 fine) to take someone else's vehicle (car, plane, motorcycle, bike, boat, etc.) without permission, even if you only intend to use it temporarily and return it—this is commonly called "joyriding."
Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500
Drug Manufacturing/delivery/sale
Original: CONT SUB, POSS W/INT, COCAINE <.5G DEADLY WEAPON (Felony)
It is illegal to knowingly manufacture, deliver, sell, or possess with intent to deliver a controlled substance. This is typically a Class E felony punishable by 1 to 6 years in prison and a fine up to $3,000, but the penalty increases to a Class A, B, C, or D felony depending on the type of drug and amount involved.
Penalty: Class E felony; 1-6 years; fine up to $3,000
Drug Possession
Original: CONT SUB, POSS OR CASUAL EXCHANGE (Misdemeanor)
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
Evading Arrest
Original: EVADING ARREST, MISDEMEANOR (Misdemeanor)
It is illegal to hide from or run away from a police officer you know is trying to arrest you, or to flee in a vehicle when signaled to stop by a police officer. Evading arrest is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months and 29 days in jail and a $2,500 fine, with mandatory driver's license suspension of 6 months to 2 years. This offense can be enhanced to a felony if you flee in a vehicle in dangerous circumstances or if the attempted arrest was lawful.
Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500
Evading Arrest
Original: EVADING ARREST, MOTOR VEHICLE, RISK OF INJURY (Felony)
It is illegal to hide from or run away from a police officer you know is trying to arrest you, or to flee in a vehicle when signaled to stop by a police officer. Evading arrest is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months and 29 days in jail and a $2,500 fine, with mandatory driver's license suspension of 6 months to 2 years. This offense can be enhanced to a felony if you flee in a vehicle in dangerous circumstances or if the attempted arrest was lawful.
Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500
Firearm During Dangerous Felony
Original: WEAPON, DANGEROUS FELONY, POSS OF 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
Unlawful Weapon Possession
Original: WEAPON - FELON IN POSSESION OF A HANDGUN (Felony)
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
DUI
Original: DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE (Misdemeanor)
Driving under the influence prohibited – Alcohol concentration in blood or breath.
Penalty: Classification not specified
View full statute explanationDriving on Suspended/revoked License
Original: LICENSE, DRIVING ON SUSPENDED LICENSE (Misdemeanor)
Driving while license cancelled, suspended or revoked – Minors – Forfeiture – Notice — Class B misdemeanor. Up to 6 months in jail and $500 fine. Penalty may be enhanced for prior offenses or aggravating factors.
Penalty: Class B misdemeanor; 6 months; fine up to $500
Contraband in Penal Institution
Original: Contraband in Penal Inst.-Intoxicant/Contr. Substance (Felony)
It is illegal to knowingly bring weapons, ammunition, explosives, drugs, alcohol, or cell phones into a prison or jail, or to possess these items while in a correctional facility. This applies to any person bringing contraband into an institution or to anyone (including staff) possessing prohibited items inside. The base violation is a Class E felony (1-6 years, up to $3,000 fine), but charges can be enhanced to Class D or Class C felony depending on the specific item and circumstances.
Penalty: Class E felony; 1-6 years; fine up to $3,000
Aggravated Assault
Original: Assault, Aggravated - Deadly Weapon - Int/Kn (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