Misdemeanors and Felonies

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:

• 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

• 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

• 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

Felony charges in Tennessee are serious offenses that carry severe penalties. There are five levels of felony charges in Tennessee, ranging from the least severe to the most severe. These charges can result in lengthy prison sentences and significant fines, and can have long-lasting consequences on your personal and professional life.

There are six classifications of felonies in Tennessee. The six classifications for felonies in Tennessee are as follows:

• Class E Felony

  Class E felony charges are the least severe of Tennessee's felony charges. These charges include theft of property valued between $1,000 and $2,499, aggravated assault, and forgery. The penalties for Class E felony charges include a prison sentence of between one to six years and a fine of up to $3,000.

  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

• Class D Felony

  Class D felony charges include aggravated stalking, theft of property valued between $2,500 and $9,999, and statutory rape. The penalties for Class D felony charges include a prison sentence of between two to twelve years and a fine of up to $5,000.

  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

• Class C Felony

  Class C felony charges are more severe than Class D felony charges and include burglary, aggravated kidnapping, and drug possession with the intent to sell. The penalties for Class C felony charges include a prison sentence of between three to fifteen years and a fine of up to $10,000.

  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

• Class B Felony

  Class B felony charges include rape, aggravated robbery, and drug trafficking. The penalties for Class B felony charges include a prison sentence of between eight to thirty years and a fine of up to $25,000.

  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

• Class A Felony

  Class A felony charges are the most severe of Tennessee's felony charges and include first-degree murder, treason, and aggravated rape. The penalties for Class A felony charges include a prison sentence of between fifteen to sixty years, and a fine of up to $50,000.

  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