Tennessee HB 551: Jails, Local Lock-ups - As enacted, removes the specification that a sheriff is civilly liable for the actions of a jailer who was hired by the sheriff. - Amends TCA Title 41, Chapter 4.

Status: Effective date(s) 05/18/2017 (as of 2017-05-23)

State: Tennessee · Session: 110 · Bill: HB 551

Subjects: Jails, Local Loc

Sponsors: Massey, Smith

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