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JERRY WAYNE RIPPY , JAMES RIPPY

Davidson County · Booked Jan 23, 2026

Personal Information

Date of BirthMay 25, 1989 (age 36 at booking)
RaceWhite
SexMale

JERRY RIPPY was booked in Davidson County on Jan 23, 2026 on 1 felony, 2 misdemeanors, including First Degree Murder and 2 other charges.

Charges (3)

Charge 1
FELONY

First Degree Murder

Original: MURDER, 1ST DEGREE, PREMEDITATED/INTENTIONAL (Felony)

TCA § 39-13-202

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

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Bond:$250,000
Charge 2
MISDEMEANOR

Criminal Impersonation

Original: IMPERSONATION, CRIMINAL (Misdemeanor)

TCA § 39-16-301

It is illegal to pretend to be someone else, fake being a government employee, pretend to be a law enforcement officer, or falsely claim to have a disability—all with intent to defraud or injure another person. It is also illegal to falsely claim to be a military member or veteran by wearing unearned medals or rank. Base violation is a Class B misdemeanor (up to 6 months jail, $500 fine), but can be enhanced to Class A misdemeanor for certain types of impersonation, such as pretending to be a law enforcement officer while acting like one.

Penalty: Class B misdemeanor; 6 months; fine up to $500

Max Jail: 6 monthsMax Fine: $500
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Charge 3
MISDEMEANOR

Theft of Property

Original: Theft of Merchandise - $1,000 or less (Misdemeanor)

TCA § 39-14-146

[The statute text provided is incomplete and contains primarily definitions without a complete description of all illegal conduct or penalties. A complete explanation cannot be provided without the full statute language.]

Penalty: Classification not specified

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