Former Tennessee state representative Jim Cobb was arrested this morning in Rhea County.
The 65-year-old Republican was charged with DUI and possession of a handgun while under the influence.
From 2007-2012 Cobb represented Bledsoe, Sequatchie, Rhea and Roane counties in the legislature.
He was released nine hours later on a $2,000 bond.
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