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Jaylen Derico Johnson

Knox County · Booked Jan 18, 2026

Booking #1694921

Booking photo of Jaylen Derico Johnson, Knox County, Jan 18, 2026

Personal Information

Date of BirthJan 9, 2001 (age 25 at booking)

Jaylen Johnson was booked in Knox County on Jan 18, 2026 on 1 felony, 1 violation, including Aggravated Assault and 7 other charges.

Charges (8)

Charge 1
FELONY

Aggravated Assault

Original: AGGRAVATED ASSAULT - DOMESTIC

TCA § 39-13-102

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

Max Jail: 2-12 yearsMax Fine: $5,000
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Bond:$7,500 (APPEARANCE)
Offense:Feb 5, 2026
Charge 2
PENDING

Retaliation for Past Action

Original: RETALIATE FOR PAST ACTION

TCA § 39-16-510

It is illegal to harm or threaten to harm a witness, judge, prosecutor, law enforcement officer, juror, court clerk, or their family members because of something they did in their official role. Family members include spouses, parents, grandparents, stepparents, children, grandchildren, siblings, and adopted children. A conviction is a Class E felony punishable by 1-6 years in jail and up to $3,000 in fines.

Penalty: Class E felony; 1-6 years; fine up to $3,000

Max Jail: 1-6 yearsMax Fine: $3,000
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Bond:$1,500 (APPEARANCE)
Offense:Feb 5, 2026
Charge 3
PENDING

False Imprisonment

Original: FALSE IMPRISONMENT

TCA § 39-13-302

False imprisonment is knowingly removing or confining another person unlawfully in a way that substantially interferes with their freedom of movement. Punishment is up to 11 months and 29 days in jail and up to $2,500 in fines.

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:$1,000 (APPEARANCE)
Offense:Feb 5, 2026
Charge 4
VIOLATION

Violation of an Order of Protection or Restraining

Original: VIOLATION OF PROTECTIVE ORDER - CONDITIONS OF RELEASE

TCA § 39-13-113

Violating an order of protection or restraining order issued by a court is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months and 29 days in jail and/or a fine up to $2,500. To be convicted, the person must have received notice of the court order, had a chance to appear in court, and the court must have made specific findings that the person committed domestic abuse or other qualifying conduct.

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:$1,000 (APPEARANCE)
Offense:Feb 5, 2026
Charge 5
PENDING

Assault Against First Responder or Nurse

Original: ASSAULT ON FIRST RESPONDER

TCA § 39-13-116

Assault against a first responder or nurse (law enforcement officer, firefighter, emergency medical worker, or hospital nurse) while they're performing their official duties is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months and 29 days in jail and/or a fine up to $2,500, enhanced to a Class C felony (3-15 years in prison) under certain circumstances such as causing serious bodily injury or using a weapon.

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:$1,000 (APPEARANCE)
Offense:Feb 5, 2026
Charge 6
PENDING

12 Hour Hold Ends on 01/18/2026 @1124

Original: 12 HOUR HOLD ENDS ON 01/18/2026 @1124

Offense:Jan 18, 2026
Charge 7
PENDING

GPS Required Prior to Release

Original: GPS REQUIRED PRIOR TO RELEASE

Offense:Jan 18, 2026
Charge 8
PENDING

Hold for Wilson Co. (VOP - Assault, Resisting, Poss

Original: HOLD FOR WILSON CO. (VOP - ASSAULT, RESISTING, POSS OF SCHED VI)

Offense:Jan 29, 2026

Booking Details

Booking #1694921