Tennessee § 47-9-802 - Savings clause.
Full text of Tennessee Tennessee Code Annotated § 47-9-802 — Savings clause., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 47-9-802. Savings clause.
Pre-effective-date transactions or liens. Except as otherwise provided in this part, this act applies to a transaction or lien within its scope, even if the transaction or lien was entered into or created before this act takes effect. Pre-effective-date proceedings. This act does not affect an action, case, or proceeding commenced before this act takes effect. Acts 2012, ch. 708, § 20. Effective Dates. Acts 2012, ch. 708, § 22. July 1, 2013; provided, that, for the purpose of the secretary of state taking necessary actions for the implementation of the act, the act shall take effect April 11, 2012.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tennessee § 47-9-802
What does Tennessee Code Annotated § 47-9-802 cover?
Section 47-9-802 ("Savings clause.") 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 § 47-9-802?
A common citation format is "Tennessee Code Annotated § 47-9-802" (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?
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How does Tennessee § 47-9-802 apply to my situation?
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