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Joseph Bear Griffin

Knox County · Booked Feb 12, 2026

Booking #1693347

Booking photo of Joseph Bear Griffin, Knox County, Feb 12, 2026

Personal Information

Date of BirthFeb 22, 1995 (age 30 at booking)

Joseph Griffin was booked in Knox County on Feb 12, 2026 on 1 felony, 1 misdemeanor, including Drug Paraphernalia and 2 other charges.

Charges (3)

Charge 1
MISDEMEANOR A

Drug Paraphernalia

Original: POSS UNLAW DRUG PARAPHERNALIA USES & ACTIVITIES

TCA § 39-17-425

It is illegal to knowingly use, possess, deliver, or manufacture drug paraphernalia (equipment used to consume, produce, or test drugs, such as pipes, syringes, or meth labs). 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 depending on circumstances.

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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Bond:$500 (APPEARANCE)
Offense:Feb 12, 2026
Charge 2
FELONY

Aggravated Robbery

Original: AGGRAVATED ROBBERY - ATTEMPT

TCA § 39-13-402

Aggravated robbery is robbery (taking property by force or fear) committed while carrying a deadly weapon, displaying an object that looks like a deadly weapon, or seriously injuring the victim. This enhanced version of robbery is charged when the robber uses or displays a gun, knife, or other weapon, or causes serious physical injury. Conviction carries 8 to 30 years in prison and fines up to $25,000.

Penalty: Class B felony; 8-30 years; fine up to $25,000

Max Jail: 8-30 yearsMax Fine: $25,000
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Bond:$15,000 (APPEARANCE)
Offense:Feb 12, 2026
Charge 3
PENDING

Drug Possession

Original: SIMPLE POSS/CASUAL EXCHANGE (MARJ <1/2 OZ OR 14.175 GRAMS)

TCA § 39-17-418

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

Max Jail: 11 months 29 daysMax Fine: $2,500
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Bond:$500 (APPEARANCE)
Offense:Feb 12, 2026

Booking Details

Booking #1693347