Tennessee § 55-8-157 - Charging violations.
Full text of Tennessee Tennessee Code Annotated § 55-8-157 — Charging violations., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 55-8-157. Charging violations.
In every charge of violation of any speed regulation in this chapter, the complaint and the summons or notice to appear shall specify the speed at which the defendant is alleged to have driven, together with the speed limit applicable within the district or at the location. Acts 1955, ch. 329, § 56; T.C.A., § 59-857.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tennessee § 55-8-157
What does Tennessee Code Annotated § 55-8-157 cover?
Section 55-8-157 ("Charging violations.") 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 § 55-8-157?
A common citation format is "Tennessee Code Annotated § 55-8-157" (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 § 55-8-157 apply to my situation?
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