Tennessee Statutes
§ 53-3-102 — Construction of chapter
Tennessee·Title 53
(a)The word "shall" is mandatory, and the word "may" is permissive.
(b)Wherever a tolerance is allowed, it shall apply only to a tolerance as to composition and not to weight, unless specifically stated.
(c)Whenever any reference is made to any section in this chapter or to any other law, the reference shall apply to all amendments and additions to the section or other law.
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Legislative History
Acts 1970, ch. 577, § 2; T.C.A., § 52-302.
Nearby Sections
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§ 53-1-101
Administration - Short title§ 53-1-102
Chapter definitions§ 53-1-103
Prohibited acts - Penalties - Exceptions§ 53-1-104
Food deemed adulterated§ 53-1-105
Food deemed misbranded§ 53-1-108
Drugs or devices deemed adulterated§ 53-1-110
Sale of new drugs§ 53-1-111
Cosmetics deemed adulterated§ 53-1-112
Cosmetics deemed misbranded§ 53-1-113
False advertising§ 53-1-114
Exemptions from labeling requirements