Tennessee § 5-7-110 - Jail specifications.
Full text of Tennessee Tennessee Code Annotated § 5-7-110 — Jail specifications., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-7-110. Jail specifications.
The county jail shall be of sufficient size and strength to contain and keep securely the inmates confined therein, and shall contain at least two (2) apartments, one (1) for males and one (1) for females. The county jail shall be properly heated and ventilated, and have sufficient sewerage to ensure the health and comfort of the inmates. Code 1858, § 412; Acts 1873, ch. 104, § 1; Shan., § 504; Code 1932, § 756; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 5-710. Cross-References. Safe and comfortable prisons, Tenn. Const., art. I, § 32.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tennessee § 5-7-110
What does Tennessee Code Annotated § 5-7-110 cover?
Section 5-7-110 ("Jail specifications.") 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 § 5-7-110?
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