In an action for damages against a person for killing or injuring a dog, satisfactory proof that the dog had been or was killing or worrying livestock constitutes a good defense to such action.
Structure 2021 Tennessee Code
Title 44 - Animals and Animal Husbandry
Part 2 - Dogs Killing Livestock
§ 44-17-201. Owners of Dogs Are Liable for Livestock Killed
§ 44-17-202. Ignorance of Dog's Habits Is No Defense
§ 44-17-203. No Damages Recoverable for Killing or Injuring Such Dog