This document discusses violent crimes in Tennessee, defining them as offenses involving injury or threat of injury to another person. It outlines potential penalties for violent crimes like jail time and fines, and notes it is illegal to possess a firearm while committing any crime. The document also mentions possible defenses, such as claiming self-defense as the victim or arguing another person was also involved. It concludes by encouraging learning more about how mitigating factors could impact violent crime cases in the state.