TCA 40-4-105
Notice of trial to victim of personal violence
FELONYFelony
What does this charge mean?
If someone is charged with committing violence against another person, that victim must be notified of when and where the trial will be held so they can attend and testify; if the victim hides to avoid receiving notice or fails to show up after being properly notified, the trial can still go ahead.
Penalty Details
ClassificationFelony
Penalty SummaryFelony
If the charge is of violence to the person of another, the person on whom the violence has been committed shall be notified of the time and place of trial, so that such person may attend and be heard as a witness. Should the person conceal such person’s location so as to avoid the service of notice, or fail to attend after due notice, the trial may be proceeded with as in other cases.
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FELONY
TCA Section40-4-105