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TCA 40-3-104

Actions in name of state

FELONYFelony

What does this charge mean?

All criminal cases in Tennessee are officially filed in the name of the State of Tennessee against the person accused of the crime.

Penalty Details

ClassificationFelony
Penalty SummaryFelony
All criminal actions are prosecuted in the name of the state of Tennessee against the party charged with the offense.
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Quick Facts

FELONY
TCA Section40-3-104