Tennessee § 39-16-501 - Part definitions.
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§ 39-16-501. Part definitions.
As used in this part, unless the context otherwise requires: “Public servant” means a person elected, selected, employed or otherwise designated as one (1) of the following, even if the person has not yet qualified for office or assumed the duties: An officer, employee, or agent of government; A juror or grand juror; An arbitrator or other person who is authorized by law or private written contract to hear or determine a controversy; An attorney or notary public performing a governmental function; or A candidate for nomination or election to public office; and “Statement” means any representation of fact. Acts 1989, ch. 591, § 1. Cross-References. Application for consent to petition to convene investigative grand jury, § 40-12-201 .
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Section 39-16-501 ("Part definitions.") 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.
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