Tennessee § 8-10-113 - Acting for sheriff and coroner.
Full text of Tennessee Tennessee Code Annotated § 8-10-113 — Acting for sheriff and coroner., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8-10-113. Acting for sheriff and coroner.
A constable may execute process from any court whenever there is at the time neither sheriff nor coroner, or whenever both the sheriff and the coroner are incompetent, or one (1) of those offices is vacant and the person holding the other office is incompetent in the particular case. Code 1858, § 394 (deriv. Acts 1807, ch. 104, § 13); Shan., § 485; Code 1932, § 731; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 8-1013. Cross-References. Filling vacancy in office of sheriff, § 8-8-106 . Fine for failure to serve process, § 8-10-115 . Process directed to coroner when sheriff a party or interested, § 8-9-106 . Temporary discharge of sheriff's duties when office vacant, § 8-8-107 . Textbooks. Tennessee Criminal Practice and Procedure (Raybin), § 23.13. Attorney General Opinions. Authority of constables without law enforcement powers, OAG 99-038, 1999 Tenn. AG LEXIS 61 (2/24/99).
Source: official Tennessee text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Tennessee § 8-10-113
What does Tennessee Code Annotated § 8-10-113 cover?
Section 8-10-113 ("Acting for sheriff and coroner.") 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 § 8-10-113?
A common citation format is "Tennessee Code Annotated § 8-10-113" (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 § 8-10-113 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.