TCA 39-11-202
Exception
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What does this charge mean?
An "exception" to a crime is a specific circumstance that makes the law not apply to someone's conduct. The prosecution does not have to prove the exception does not exist, but if the defendant claims an exception applies, the defendant must prove it is more likely true than not (the lower standard of proof).
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(a) An exception to an offense in this title is so labeled by the phrase: “It is an exception to the application of…,” or words of similar import. (b) (1) Unless the statute defining an offense states to the contrary, the state need not negate the existence of an exception in the charge alleging commission of the offense. (2) An exception to be relied upon by a person must be proven by a preponderance of the evidence.
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TCA Section39-11-202