It is the duty of the county legislative body to erect a courthouse, jail, and other necessary county buildings.
Code 1858, § 408; Shan., § 500; Code 1932, § 752; impl. am. Acts 1978, ch. 934, § 7, 36; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 5-704.
Structure 2021 Tennessee Code
Chapter 7 - County Buildings and Property
§ 5-7-101. County Powers Generally
§ 5-7-102. Grants for Use of County
§ 5-7-104. Required Structures
§ 5-7-106. Construction and Maintenance Costs — Tax Levy
§ 5-7-107. Employment of Superintendent
§ 5-7-108. Courthouse — Sheriff's Power and Duties
§ 5-7-110. Jail Specifications
§ 5-7-111. Replacement of Courthouse or Jail — Authorization
§ 5-7-114. Replacement of Courthouse or Jail — Deed Conveying Old Site