The warden at the main prison or any branch prison or mine where any inmate meets with sudden death or physical injury by means of violence or accident shall, within ten (10) days after the occurrence of death or physical injury, report the death or injury to the commissioner of correction, together with a detailed statement under oath of all the facts and circumstances bearing upon the death or injury.
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