Jerry Clay Boggs

It is illegal to manufacture, deliver, sell, or possess methamphetamine with intent to manufacture, deliver, or sell it, or to knowingly possess or casually exchange any amount of methamphetamine. Simple possession or casual exchange of methamphetamine is punished less severely than possession with intent to sell. Penalties depend on whether the charge involves intent to distribute (more severe) or simple possession (less severe), with specific jail time and fines determined by related statutes TCA 39-17-417 and 39-17-418.

Penalty: Violation

Schedule IV drugs have low abuse potential compared to Schedule III drugs, have accepted medical uses in the U.S., and abuse may lead to limited physical or psychological dependence.

Penalty: Classification not specified

This statute defines Schedule VI controlled substances, which include marijuana, THC (the active ingredient in cannabis), and synthetic versions of cannabis compounds. The statute itself does not create a crime—it only classifies these substances; however, possessing or selling them violates other Tennessee drug laws. Note: Industrial hemp (containing less than 0.3% THC) is specifically excluded from this classification.

Penalty: Classification not specified

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