Tennessee § 29-12-103 - Intervention by other creditors.
Full text of Tennessee Tennessee Code Annotated § 29-12-103 — Intervention by other creditors., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 29-12-103. Intervention by other creditors.
If the bill is filed by one (1) creditor for the creditor and others, the other creditors may make themselves parties at any time before final decree, by petition and execution of prosecution bonds, or by agreeing to join in the bonds required in the case of the original complaint, and in a sufficient penalty, to pay their proportional part of the recovery on such bonds. Code 1858, § 4290 (deriv. Acts 1851-1852, ch. 365, § 10); Shan., § 6099; mod. Code 1932, § 10360; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 23-1003. Cross-References. Intervention, Tenn. R. Civ. P. 24. Textbooks. Tennessee Jurisprudence, 8 Tenn. Juris., Covenants, § 7. Law Reviews. Parties and Claims, 4 Mem. St. U.L. Rev. 280. Cited: Watkins v. Sedberry, 261 U.S. 571 , 43 S. Ct. 411 , 67 L. Ed. 802 , 1923 U.S. LEXIS 2589 (1923). Collateral References. 21 Am. Jur. 2d Creditors' Bills § 72. 21 C.J.S. Creditors' Suits § 58. Debtor and creditor 11.
Source: official Tennessee text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Tennessee § 29-12-103
What does Tennessee Code Annotated § 29-12-103 cover?
Section 29-12-103 ("Intervention by other creditors.") is part of the Tennessee Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of Tennessee. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Tennessee § 29-12-103?
A common citation format is "Tennessee Code Annotated § 29-12-103" (Tennessee). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Tennessee law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Tennessee official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Tennessee attorney.
How does Tennessee § 29-12-103 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Tennessee can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Tennessee.