Tennessee Statutes
§ 53-7-211 — Violators entitled to notice and hearing preceding reports of violations to district attorney general - Alternatives to criminal prosecution
Tennessee·Title 53
(a)Before any violation of this part is reported by the commissioner to the district attorney general for institution of a criminal proceeding, the person against whom the proceeding is contemplated shall be given reasonable notice of the alleged violation and opportunity to present the person's views orally or in writing with regard to the contemplated proceeding.
(b)Nothing in this part shall be construed as requiring the commissioner to report for criminal prosecution violations of this part if the commissioner believes that the public interest will be adequately served and compliance with this part obtained by a suitable written notice or warning.
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Legislative History
Acts 1967, ch. 99, § 11; T.C.A., § 52-925.
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