There are a number of offenses that are a bit more severe than a simple citation or fine. Those offenses are called misdemeanors. If you were to commit a crime that is more serious than a misdemeanor, these can be punishable by imprisonment for more than one year or even by death. That type of crime is called a felony. Attorney Matt Ooten is a highly skilled Tennessee misdemeanor and felony criminal defense lawyer ready to provide the highest level of service for every client. Whether you been charged with a misdemeanor or felony, reach out Attorney Matt Ooten, at Ooten Law, by calling 865-259-0999 or email at info@ootenlawfirm.com.
A misdemeanor is a more severe offense than a citation or warning, and less severe offense than a prison sentence. Generally speaking a misdemeanor crime is punishable by a monetary fine or less than one year in the county jail. The type of punishment for a misdemeanor crime depends on the type of crime that was committed and its overall severity.
What is the Punishment for a Misdemeanor Crime in Tennessee
There are three classifications of misdemeanors in Tennessee. The three classifications of misdemeanors in Tennessee are as follows:
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Class A
The maximum sentence for a Class A misdemeanor is 11 months and 29 days
Types of Class A Misdemeanors
- Theft under $1000
- Vandalism under $500
- Simple Assault
- Domestic Assault
- Driving Under the Influence
- Simple Possession of a Controlled Substance
- Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
- Reckless Endangerment
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Class B
The maximum sentence for a Class B misdemeanor is 6 months
Types of Class B Misdemeanors
- Reckless Driving
- Driving on a Revoked or Suspended License
- Resisting Arrest with no weapon involved
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Class C
The maximum sentence for a Class C misdemeanor is 30 days
Types of Class C Misdemeanors
- Speeding
- Disorderly Conduct
- Public Intoxication
- Criminal Trespass
What is the punishment for a felony in Tennessee
There are six classifications of felonies in Tennessee. The six classifications for felonies in Tennessee are as follows:
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Class E Felony
Not less than one (1) year nor more than six (6) years in prison. In addition, the jury may assess a fine not to exceed three thousand dollars ($3,000), unless otherwise provided by statute
Types of Class E Felonies
- Theft of property more than $1000
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Class D Felony
Not less than two (2) years nor more than twelve (12) years in prison. In addition, the jury may assess a fine not to exceed five thousand dollars ($5,000), unless otherwise provided by statute. Not less than one (1) year nor more than six (6) years in prison. In addition, the jury may assess a fine not to exceed three thousand dollars ($3,000), unless otherwise provided by statute
Types of Class D Felonies
- Possession of between ten and 70 pounds of marijuana
- Burglary
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Class C Felony
Not less than three (3) years nor more than fifteen (15) years in prison. In addition, the jury may assess a fine not to exceed ten thousand dollars ($10,000), unless otherwise provided by statute
Types of Class C Felonies
- Aggravated Burglary
- Kidnapping
- Robbery
- Aggravated Assault
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Class B Felony
Not less than eight (8) nor more than thirty (30) years in prison. In addition, the jury may assess a fine not to exceed twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000), unless otherwise provided by statute
Types of Class C Felonies
- Aggravated Burglary
- Aggravated Robbery
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Class A Felony
Not less than fifteen (15) nor more than sixty (60) years in prison. In addition, the jury may assess a fine not to exceed fifty thousand dollars ($50,000), unless otherwise provided by statute
Types of Class A Felonies
- Especially Aggravated Robbery
- Aggravated Rape
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Capital Crime
Death; life imprisonment
Types of Capital Crimes
- Murder or Homicide
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