If the alleged victim of a sexual penetration or sexual contact within the meaning of § 39-13-501 is less than thirteen (13) years of age, the victim shall, regardless of consent, not be considered to be an accomplice to sexual penetration or sexual contact, and no corroboration of the alleged victim's testimony shall be required to secure a conviction if corroboration is necessary solely because the alleged victim consented.
Structure 2021 Tennessee Code
Chapter 17 - Evidence and Witnesses
§ 40-17-106. Endorsement of Names of Witnesses
§ 40-17-107. Issuance of Subpoenas by Clerk
§ 40-17-108. Date of Attendance of Witnesses
§ 40-17-109. Service of Subpoena
§ 40-17-110. Duration of Attendance
§ 40-17-111. Forfeiture of Recognizance on Default
§ 40-17-112. Fees for State Witnesses
§ 40-17-113. Fees Allowed for Days Fixed by Court — Maximum Number of Days
§ 40-17-114. Proof of Attendance
§ 40-17-115. Certification of Fees to Designated Witnesses
§ 40-17-116. Certificate Required for Payment of Witness Fees
§ 40-17-117. Proof of Incorporation
§ 40-17-121. Sexual Penetration or Contact — Victim Under 13 Years of Age
§ 40-17-122. Subpoenas — Rules of Criminal Procedure
§ 40-17-124. Sex Offenses Where Victim Is Less Than Thirteen (13) Years of Age