Tennessee § 25-2-102 - Confession by surety.
Full text of Tennessee Tennessee Code Annotated § 25-2-102 — Confession by surety., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 25-2-102. Confession by surety.
No surety shall be permitted to confess judgment, or allow judgment to go by default, if the principal will be made a defendant to the suit, and tender to the surety, for the principal's indemnity, sufficient collateral security, to be approved by the court before whom the suit is pending. Code 1858, § 3624 (deriv. Acts 1801, ch. 15, § 3); Shan., § 5389; Code 1932, § 9548; impl. am. Acts 1979, ch. 68, § 3; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 25-202. Cross-References. Power of surety to move for judgment, § 25-3-122 . Textbooks. Tennessee Jurisprudence, 16 Tenn. Juris., Judgments and Decrees, § 78; 23 Tenn. Juris., Suretyship, § 30.
Source: official Tennessee text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Tennessee § 25-2-102
What does Tennessee Code Annotated § 25-2-102 cover?
Section 25-2-102 ("Confession by surety.") 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 § 25-2-102?
A common citation format is "Tennessee Code Annotated § 25-2-102" (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 § 25-2-102 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.