The commissioner of correction, or the commissioner's designated representative, has the duty and is so empowered to establish rules, regulations and procedures regarding the opening, inspecting and reading of mailable items and letters sent to or from any inmate. The regulations shall be established so as to best promote the health, safety and welfare of all inmates.
Code 1858, § 5525 (deriv. Acts 1829, ch. 38, § 25); Shan., § 7544; Code 1932, § 12142; Acts 1972, ch. 576, § 16; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 41-323.
Structure 2021 Tennessee Code
Title 41 - Correctional Institutions and Inmates
Part 2 - Regulation and Care of Inmates
§ 41-21-202. Grading and Classification of Inmates
§ 41-21-203. Cleanliness and Health Measures
§ 41-21-204. Medical and Psychological Care
§ 41-21-205. Censorship of Mail
§ 41-21-207. Work or Education of Inmates
§ 41-21-208. Work Within and Outside Prisons
§ 41-21-209. Murderers and Rapists Not to Work Outside
§ 41-21-210. Employment Adapted to Inmate's Condition
§ 41-21-216. Custody of Prisoners' Personal Belongings and Funds
§ 41-21-217. Funds Subject to Fines and Costs
§ 41-21-218. Notice of Rules to Inmates
§ 41-21-219. Clothing, Money and Transportation Furnished on Discharge
§ 41-21-220. Report of Injuries and Deaths
§ 41-21-221. Examination and Burial of Deceased Prisoners
§ 41-21-222. Mental Examination of Persons Eligible for Release or Parole
§ 41-21-225. Registration of Parolees
§ 41-21-239. Work Release or Furlough of Dangerous Inmates — Notice to Law Enforcement Officials
§ 41-21-241. Meals and Supplemental Provisions Between Meals for Pregnant Prisoners or Detainees