2021 Tennessee Code
Title 39 - Criminal Offenses

§ 39-13-313. Tennessee Human Trafficking Resource Center Hotline Act - Tennessee Human Trafficking Resource Center Hotline at 1-855-588-6484. If you...

Part 4 - Robbery -

Part 5 - Sexual Offenses

§ 39-13-501. Definitions for §§ 39-13-501 — 39-13-511 - As used in §§ 39-13-501 — 39-13-511, except as specifically...

§ 39-13-510. [unconstitutional.] - Code Commission Notes. Section 39-13-510 was ruled unconstitutional by the...

§ 39-13-512. Prostitution — Definitions - As used in §§ 39-13-512 — 39-13-515, unless the context...

Part 6 - Invasion of Privacy

§ 39-13-602. Penalty for Violations - A person who violates § 39-13-601(a) commits a Class D...

Part 7 - Standardized Treatment for Sex Offenders

§ 39-13-701. Short Title - This part shall be known and may be cited as...

§ 39-13-703. Part Definitions - As used in this part, unless the context otherwise requires:

§ 39-13-707. Treatment Services to Conform With Board Standards - The department of correction, the judicial branch, or the department...

Part 8 - Terrorism Prevention and Response Act of 2002

§ 39-13-801. Short Title - This part shall be known and may be cited as...

§ 39-13-803. Part Definitions - As used in this part, unless the context otherwise requires:

§ 39-13-809. Religious Justification for Violence or Criminal Activity Prohibited - Religious justification for violence or criminal activity prohibited by this...

Part 9 - Surveillance by Unmanned Aircraft

§ 39-13-901. Part Definitions - As used in this part:

§ 39-13-906. Applicability of Part - This part shall not apply to the manufacture, assembly, distribution,...

§ 39-13-907. Construction of Part - Nothing in this part shall be construed as permitting any...

Chapter 14 - Offenses Against Property

Part 1 - Theft

§ 39-14-101. Consolidation of Theft Offenses - Conduct denominated as theft in this part constitutes a single...

§ 39-14-102. Part Definitions - The following definitions apply in this part, unless the context...

§ 39-14-106. Unauthorized Use of Automobiles and Other Vehicles — Joyriding - A person commits a Class A misdemeanor who takes another's...

§ 39-14-107. Claim of Right - It is an affirmative defense to prosecution under §§ 39-14-103,...

§ 39-14-109. Stone or Rock Wall — Warning Sign - Notwithstanding any law to the contrary, the state or any...

§ 39-14-131. Destruction or Concealment of Will - Any person who destroys or conceals the last will and...

§ 39-14-133. False or Fraudulent Insurance Claims - Any person who intentionally presents or causes to be presented...

§ 39-14-140. Forfeiture - Any electronic or communications equipment, and any other devices used,...

§ 39-14-148. False Statement in Obtaining Surety Bond — Penalty - Any person who makes a false statement or representation of...

§ 39-14-150. Identity Theft Victims' Rights - In the event that the investigating and seizing agency is...

Part 2 - Animals

§ 39-14-201. Definitions for Animal Offenses - As used in this part, unless the context otherwise requires:

§ 39-14-208. Actions Deemed Theft of Guide Dogs - A person who intentionally or knowingly unlawfully injures the guide...

Part 3 - Arson—explosives

§ 39-14-307. Forfeiture - All vehicles or property used by the sole owner in...

Part 4 - Burglary and Related Offenses

§ 39-14-401. Definitions for Burglary and Related Offenses - As used in this part, unless the context otherwise requires:

§ 39-14-406. Aggravated Criminal Trespass - UNLAWFUL ENTRY ON THIS PROPERTY CONSTITUTES THE CRIMINAL OFFENSE OF...

§ 39-14-409. Exceptions - None of the provisions of this part shall be construed...

Part 5 - Litter Control

§ 39-14-501. Part Definitions - As used in this part, unless the context otherwise requires:

§ 39-14-506. Additional Penalties - In addition to the penalties established in this part, the...

§ 39-14-509. Enforcement - All law enforcement agencies, officers, and officials of this state...

§ 39-14-511. Jurisdiction - In counties with an environmental court designated pursuant to Acts...

Part 6 - Tennessee Personal and Commercial Computer Act of 2003

§ 39-14-601. Part Definitions - As used in this part, unless the context otherwise requires:

§ 39-14-605. Venue - For the purposes of venue under this part, any violation...

§ 39-14-606. Transmission of Electronic Signals by a Local Exchange Company - The transmission of electronic signals by a local exchange company...

Part 7 - Criminal Instruments

§ 39-14-701. Possession of Burglary Tools - A person who possesses any tool, machine or implement with...

Part 8 - Farm Animal and Research Facilities Protection

§ 39-14-801. Short Title - This part shall be known and may be cited as...

§ 39-14-802. Part Definitions - As used in this part, unless the context otherwise requires:

§ 39-14-805. Powers and Duties of Commissioner - For purposes of enforcing this part, the commissioner:

Part 9 - Money Laundering Offenses

§ 39-14-901. Short Title - This part shall be known and may be cited as...

§ 39-14-902. Part Definitions - As used in this part, unless the context otherwise requires:

§ 39-14-904. Joinder of Offenses - A defendant charged with a violation of one (1) or...

§ 39-14-905. Jurisdiction and Venue - Venue in a criminal prosecution under this part shall be...

§ 39-14-907. Evidence - In a prosecution under this part, either party may introduce...

§ 39-14-908. Assistance by Other Agencies - The attorney general may authorize any governmental department or agency...

§ 39-14-909. Immunity From Civil Liability - The reporting of a financial transaction by a corporation or...

Chapter 15 - Offenses Against the Family

Part 1 - Nonsupport -

Part 2 - Abortion

§ 39-15-202. Consent of Pregnant Woman Required Prior to Abortion — Information Provided by Doctor — Waiting Period — Penalty for Violation — Requirements Inapplicable in Certain Cases - Notice: It is against the law for anyone, regardless of...

§ 39-15-204. Right to Refuse to Perform Abortions - No physician shall be required to perform an abortion and...

§ 39-15-205. Right of Hospitals to Refuse to Accept Abortion Patients - No section of this part shall be construed to force...

§ 39-15-207. Custody of Infant Prematurely Born Alive During Abortion - An infant prematurely born alive in the course of a...

§ 39-15-218. Section Definitions — Posting of Sign About Chemical Abortion — Required Warning About Chemical Abortion — Required Statement in Medical Discharge Instructions — Required Information Prior to Abortion Due to Medical Emergency — Departmen... - Recent developing research has indicated that mifepristone alone is not...

Part 3 - Bigamy and Incest -

Part 4 - Children

§ 39-15-409. Acquisition of Smoking Paraphernalia by Minor Prohibited - A minor shall not, directly or indirectly, purchase or acquire...

Part 5 - Elderly and Vulnerable Adults

§ 39-15-501. Part Definitions - As used in this part, unless the context otherwise requires:

§ 39-15-503. Permissive Inferences - For purposes of determining whether an offense was committed under...

§ 39-15-504. Hearing to Preserve Testimony of Victim - In cases where an alleged offense under this part or...

Chapter 16 - Offenses Against Administration of Government

Part 1 - Bribery

§ 39-16-101. Definitions for Bribery Offenses - As used in this part, unless the context otherwise requires:

Part 2 - Contraband in Penal Institutions -

Part 3 - False Personation -

Part 4 - Misconduct Involving Public Officials and Employees

§ 39-16-401. Definitions for Public Misconduct Offenses - As used in this part, unless the context otherwise requires:

Part 5 - Interference With Government Operations

§ 39-16-501. Part Definitions - As used in this part, unless the context otherwise requires:

§ 39-16-513. Defense - It is a defense to prosecution under §§ 39-16-511 and...

§ 39-16-514. Dismissal of Employee Because of Jury Service - It is a Class A misdemeanor for any employer to...

Part 6 - Obstruction of Justice

§ 39-16-601. Part Definitions - As used in this part, unless the context otherwise requires:

Part 7 - Perjury

§ 39-16-701. Definitions for Perjury Offenses - As used in this part, unless the context otherwise requires:

§ 39-16-704. Retraction - It is a defense to prosecution for aggravated perjury that...

§ 39-16-706. Irregularity in Oath - It is no defense to prosecution for perjury or aggravated...

§ 39-16-707. Inconsistent Statements - Except as provided in § 39-16-704, a charge of perjury...

Chapter 17 - Offenses Against Public Health, Safety and Welfare

Part 1 - Miscellaneous -

Part 3 - Disorderly Conduct and Riots

§ 39-17-301. Part Definitions - As used in this part, unless the context otherwise requires:

Part 4 - Drugs

§ 39-17-402. Definitions for This Part And Title 53, Chapter 11, Parts 3 and 4 - As used in this part and title 53, chapter 11,...

§ 39-17-405. Criteria for Schedule I - The commissioner of mental health and substance abuse services, upon...

§ 39-17-406. Controlled Substances in Schedule I - Other names: etryptamine; Monase; [alpha]-ethyl-1H-indole-3-ethanamine; 3-(2-aminobutyl) indole; [alpha]-ET; and AET;...

§ 39-17-407. Criteria for Schedule Ii - The commissioner of mental health and substance abuse services, upon...

§ 39-17-408. Controlled Substances in Schedule Ii - Other names: levo-alpha-acetylmethadol; levomethadyl acetate; LAAM; Other names: (1)-trans-3-(1,1-dimethylheptyl)-6,6a,7,8,10,10a-hexahydro-1- hydroxy-6,6-dimethyl-9H-dibenzo[b,d]pyran-9-one;...

§ 39-17-409. Criteria for Schedule Iii - The commissioner of mental health and substance abuse services, upon...

§ 39-17-410. Controlled Substances in Schedule Iii - or any salt thereof and one (1) or more other...

§ 39-17-411. Criteria for Schedule Iv - The commissioner of mental health and substance abuse services, upon...

§ 39-17-412. Controlled Substances in Schedule Iv - Other name: Soma(R); Other names: Ultram(R) and Ultracet(R);

§ 39-17-413. Criteria for Schedule v - The commissioner of mental health and substance abuse services, upon...

§ 39-17-419. Inferences - It may be inferred from the amount of a controlled...

§ 39-17-424. Determination Whether Object Is Drug Paraphernalia - In determining whether a particular object is drug paraphernalia as...

§ 39-17-427. Exception - It is an exception to this part if the person...

§ 39-17-453. Imitation Controlled Substances - The substance is not commonly used or recognized for use...

Part 5 - Gambling

§ 39-17-501. Part Definitions - As used in this part, unless the context otherwise requires:

§ 39-17-508. Premiums at Fairs - It is lawful and not in violation of this part...

§ 39-17-509. Preemption - The general assembly, by enacting this part, intends to preempt...

Part 6 - Lottery Sales

§ 39-17-601. Part Definitions - As used in this part, unless the context otherwise requires:

§ 39-17-606. Signage - ATTENTION: STATE LAW STRICTLY PROHIBITS THE SALE OF LOTTERY TICKETS...

§ 39-17-609. Federal Exemption - All terminals, tickets, shares, and other devices imported, transported, or...

§ 39-17-610. Preemption - The general assembly, by enacting this part, intends to preempt...

§ 39-17-658. Exemption From Federal Law Prohibiting Transportation of Gambling Devices - All tickets, shares, chances or similar records and other devices...

§ 39-17-659. Legislative Intent to Preempt Other Regulations - The general assembly, by enacting §§ 39-17-651 — 39-17-658, intends...

Part 7 - Intoxicating Liquors

§ 39-17-701. Application of Part - This part shall not apply to acts that are lawful...

§ 39-17-705. Exceptions - Nothing in § 39-17-703 shall make it unlawful for:

§ 39-17-714. Disposal of Alcoholic Beverages - Upon the conviction of any person for a violation of...

Part 9 - Obscenity

§ 39-17-901. Part Definitions - The following definitions apply in this part, unless the context...

§ 39-17-904. Destruction of Material Upon Conviction - Upon the conviction of the accused, the court may, when...

§ 39-17-920. Issuance of Process - No process, except as otherwise provided, shall be issued for...

Part 10 - Sexual Exploitation of Children

§ 39-17-1001. Short Title - This part shall be known and may be cited as...

§ 39-17-1002. Part Definitions - The following definitions apply in this part, unless the context...

§ 39-17-1006. Injunctions - If the district attorney general is of the opinion that...

§ 39-17-1007. Issuance of Process - No process, except as otherwise provided, shall be issued for...

Part 11 - Public Events

§ 39-17-1102. Definitions for Sports Bribery - As used in § 39-17-1103, unless the context otherwise requires:

Part 13 - Weapons

§ 39-17-1301. Part Definitions - As used in this part, unless the context otherwise requires:

§ 39-17-1309. Carrying Weapons on School Property - FELONY. STATE LAW PRESCRIBES A MAXIMUM PENALTY OF SIX (6)...

§ 39-17-1310. Affirmative Defense to Carrying Weapons on School Property - It is an affirmative defense to prosecution under § 39-17-1309(a)-(d)...

§ 39-17-1355. Applicability of Uniform Administrative Procedures Act - The Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in title 4, chapter...

§ 39-17-1356. Duplicate Permits - The department shall issue a duplicate permit to a permit...

§ 39-17-1360. Rules and Regulations - The department of safety is authorized to promulgate rules and...

§ 39-17-1364. Purchase and Shipment of Antique Firearms and Certain Edged Weapons - Notwithstanding § 39-17-1307, or any other law, it is lawful...

Part 14 - Metals Recycling

§ 39-17-1401. Part Definitions - As used in this part, unless the context otherwise requires:

§ 39-17-1403. Posting of Requisite Notice - A metals recycling facility shall post in a conspicuous location...

§ 39-17-1404. Penalty for Violations - A person who violates this part commits a Class B...

Part 15 - Prevention of Youth Access to Tobacco, Smoking Hemp, and Vapor Products Act

§ 39-17-1501. Short Title - This part shall be known and may be cited as...

§ 39-17-1503. Part Definitions - As used in this part, unless the context otherwise requires:

§ 39-17-1506. Required Postings - STATE LAW STRICTLY PROHIBITS THE SALE OF TOBACCO PRODUCTS, VAPOR...

§ 39-17-1508. Required Packaging - It is unlawful for any person to sell cigarettes or...

§ 39-17-1509. Enforcement — Inspections — Reporting — Civil Penalties - I understand that state law prohibits the sale of tobacco,...

§ 39-17-1510. Criminal Penalties - A person who violates § 39-17-1504, § 39-17-1506, § 39-17-1507,...

§ 39-17-1513. Department of Agriculture Encouraged to Study Effects of Sale and Distribution of Vapor Products to Persons Under 21 - The department of agriculture is urged to study the effects...

Part 16 - Children's Act for Clean Indoor Air

§ 39-17-1601. Short Title - This part shall be known and may be cited as...

§ 39-17-1602. Purpose - It is the intention of the general assembly that this...

§ 39-17-1603. Part Definitions - As used in this part, unless the context otherwise requires:

§ 39-17-1604. Places Where Smoking and Use of Vapor Products Is Prohibited - Smoking or the use of vapor products is not permitted,...

§ 39-17-1605. “No Smoking” Signs — Posting Notice - Smoking is prohibited by law in seating areas and in...

Part 17 - Child Curfew

§ 39-17-1701. Short Title - This part shall be known and may be cited as...

§ 39-17-1704. Authorization to Adopt Municipal Curfew - The county legislative body of any county having a population...

Part 18 - Non-Smoker Protection Act

§ 39-17-1801. Short Title - This part shall be known and may be cited as...

§ 39-17-1802. Part Definitions - As used in this part, unless the context otherwise requires:

§ 39-17-1804. Exempted Areas - Notwithstanding any other provision of this part to the contrary,...

§ 39-17-1808. Continuing Program to Explain and Clarify - The department of health and the department of labor and...

§ 39-17-1809. Local Operating Procedures - The commissioner of health and the commissioner of labor and...

§ 39-17-1810. Construction With Other Laws - This part shall not be construed to permit smoking where...

§ 39-17-1812. Liberal Construction - This part shall be liberally construed so as to further...

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2021 Tennessee Code Title 39 - Criminal Offenses

2021 Tennessee Code
Title 39 - Criminal Offenses