Tennessee Code 42-1-109 – Dropping objects in flight – Penalty
Current as of: 2024 | Check for updates
|
Other versions
Attorney's Note
Under the Tennessee Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| class B misdemeanor | up to 6 months | up to $500 |
Terms Used In Tennessee Code 42-1-109
- Aeronaut: includes aviator, pilot, balloonist, and every other person having any part in the operation of aircraft while in flight. See Tennessee Code 42-1-101
- Passenger: includes any person riding in an aircraft but having no part in its operation. See Tennessee Code 42-1-101
- State: when applied to the different parts of the United States, includes the District of Columbia and the several territories of the United States. See Tennessee Code 1-3-105
Any aeronaut or passenger who, while in flight over a thickly inhabited area or over a public gathering within this state, drops any object except loose water or loose sand ballast, commits a Class B misdemeanor.