It is the legislative intent that law enforcement officials shall cooperate with the department of human services in providing protective services under this part. Further, when the department is unable to return an adult to physical custody who voluntarily leaves such custody, law enforcement officials shall assist in returning the adult to such physical custody and shall give priority in providing such assistance.
Structure 2021 Tennessee Code
Chapter 6 - Programs and Services for Abused Persons
§ 71-6-106. Privilege for Confidential Communications
§ 71-6-109. Payment for Protective Services
§ 71-6-110. Violation of Duty to Report
§ 71-6-111. Authority and Responsibility of Department
§ 71-6-115. Cooperation by Law Enforcement Officials
§ 71-6-116. Motion for Review of Court Decree
§ 71-6-122. Toll-Free Number for Reporting Elder Abuse, Neglect or Exploitation