A person is justified in threatening or using force against another to protect real or personal property of a third person, if, under the circumstances as the person reasonably believes them to be, the person would be justified under § 39-11-614 in threatening or using force to protect the person's own real or personal property.
Structure 2021 Tennessee Code
Chapter 11 - General Provisions
Part 6 - Justification Excluding Criminal Responsibility
§ 39-11-601. Justification a Defense
§ 39-11-602. Justification Definitions
§ 39-11-603. Confinement as Justifiable Force
§ 39-11-604. Reckless Injury of Innocent Third Person
§ 39-11-605. Civil Remedies Unaffected
§ 39-11-612. Defense of Third Person
§ 39-11-613. Protection of Life or Health