Tennessee § 62-11-102 - Purpose of chapter.
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§ 62-11-102. Purpose of chapter.
The purpose of this chapter is to provide uniform procedures and qualifications throughout this state for licensing and regulation of locksmiths, to protect the public of this state by prohibiting the unauthorized use of lock picking, safe opening and car opening tools by making it illegal for persons convicted of certain crimes to obtain or possess such tools, and to protect the safety and security of persons and property by assuring that individuals or companies offering locksmithing services to the general public are competent in locksmithing services and are trained in applicable regulations and laws, such as the Americans With Disabilities Act, building codes and life safety codes. Acts 2006, ch. 885, § 3. Compiler's Notes. The Americans with Disabilities Act, referred to in this section, is compiled in 42 U.S.C. § 12101 et seq.
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Section 62-11-102 ("Purpose of chapter.") 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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