A Hixson man has been charged with unlawfully wearing military honors he hadn’t earned, according to a criminal information document on file in U.S. District Court.

James Lynn Carr is charged with violating the federal Stolen Valor Act on April 4, 2006, the document states. A grand jury alleges he “did knowingly wear decorations and medals authorized by Congress for the armed forces of the United States, and service medals and badges awarded to members of such forces.”

Mr. Carr is a former Tennessee National Guardsman and former member of the Tennessee State Guard, records show.

State Guard Public Information Officer Maj. Nathan James confirms that Mr. Carr retired from the force on April 29, citing health problems with a family member.

“He’s separated and a private citizen, and we can’t discuss any member or former member’s personnel file,” Maj. James said in response to questions about disciplinary actions against Mr. Carr.

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