TCA 40-31-102
“Appropriate court” defined
FELONYFelony
What does this charge mean?
For purposes of the Interstate Agreement on Detainers, 'appropriate court' means the court that has jurisdiction over the pending charges against the prisoner.
Penalty Details
ClassificationFelony
Penalty SummaryFelony
“Appropriate court,” as used in the agreement on detainers, with reference to the courts of this state, means a court of record with criminal jurisdiction.
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TCA Section40-31-102