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RAY GORDON BISHOP

Sullivan County · Booked May 19, 2013

Booking #58454170

Personal Information

Date of BirthMay 10, 1971 (age 42 at booking)
RaceWhite
SexMale
Height5′ 2″ (1.57 m)
Weight230 lb (104 kg)
HairBrown
EyesBlue

RAY BISHOP was booked in Sullivan County on May 19, 2013 on 1 felony, including Mitigated Statutory Rape.

Charges (1)

Charge 1
FELONY E

Mitigated Statutory Rape

Original: STATUTORY RAPE

TCA § 39-13-506

This statute creates three age-based sexual offenses: mitigated statutory rape (victim 15-17, defendant 4-5 years older), statutory rape (victim 13-17, defendant 4-9 years older depending on victim's age), and aggravated statutory rape (victim 13-17, defendant 10+ years older). These crimes are charged based on the age difference between the defendant and minor victim rather than force or lack of consent, since minors cannot legally consent. All carry 1 to 6 years in prison and fines up to $3,000 for first-time offenses, with possible enhancement to Class D felony for repeat offenses.

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

Max Jail: 1-6 yearsMax Fine: $3,000
View full statute explanation

Booking Details

Arresting AgencySULLIVAN CO SO
Booking #58454170