TCA 40-1-105
False affidavit to obtain parole or pardon
FELONYFelony
What does this charge mean?
This statute addresses jurisdiction for cases involving false statements made under oath in affidavits submitted to get someone released from prison early or pardoned—the case can be heard in the county where the affidavit was made or where the parole/pardon board is located.
Penalty Details
ClassificationFelony
Penalty SummaryFelony
The venue in case of a violation of § 39-16-703 in making a misstatement of fact in an affidavit used or intended to be used in securing a parole or pardon for any misdemeanant or felon in this state shall be in the county where the affidavit was made, if it was made in any county in Tennessee, and also in the county of this state where the officer or board has its place of business. In case the affidavit is made before some officer outside the limits of this state, then the venue shall be the county in this state where the officer or board with whom the affidavit is filed has its regular place of business.
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TCA Section40-1-105