It is unlawful for any student to possess or carry (whether openly or concealed) any gun, shotgun, pistol, dynamite, cartridge, bomb, grenade, mine, explosive device, bowie knife, dirk, dagger, sling shot, leaded cane, switchblade knife, black jack, metallic knuckles, or any other weapon of like kind in anypublic school, building, or bus, on any public school campus, grounds, recreation area, athletic field or any other property owned or used by any board of education or school...(TCA 39-1710).Students who violate this law are subject to suspension and/or expulsion and arrest. Possession of items such as mace or tear gas is also illegal.
State law prescribes a maximum penalty of five years imprisonment and a fine not to exceed $2,500 for carrying weapons on school property.
Students who are in possession of pyrotechnics (fireworks, powder, explosives, ammunition, and related materials) shall be subjected to immediate expulsion from school. (Tennessee State Board of Education Rule).