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Tenn. Code § 11-6-105: Tenn. Code Ann. § 11-6-105

Felony

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Unauthorized archaeological excavation on state lands without a permit is a Class A misdemeanor, or a Class E felony if the artifact value or site damage exceeds $5,000 on registered archaeological sites.

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