The security guards at all department facilities and other personnel the commissioner may designate are vested with the powers and authority of peace officers and shall exercise the powers and authority on the grounds of facilities under the supervision of the department.
Structure 2021 Tennessee Code
Title 33 - Mental Health and Substance Abuse and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Chapter 2 - Services and Facilities
§ 33-2-802. Bond of Chief Officer
§ 33-2-804. Officials Prohibited From Trafficking in Supplies
§ 33-2-805. Police Powers of Security Guards
§ 33-2-806. Trespassing on Hospital or Developmental Center Grounds — Penalty