2021 Tennessee Code
Chapter 2 - Self Defense
§ 38-2-101. Lawful Resistance — by Whom Made

Lawful resistance to the commission of a public offense may be made by the party about to be injured, or by others.
Code 1858, § 4928; Shan., § 6889; Code 1932, § 11413; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 38-101.