In addition to the penalties provided in this part, the commissioner may cause the enforcement of any orders, rules or regulations issued by the commissioner or the provisions of this part by instituting legal proceedings to enjoin the violation of this part, and the orders, rules and regulations of the commissioner in the chancery court of Davidson County or in the chancery court of the county wherein all or a part of the violation has or is about to occur, in the name of the department, by the attorney general and reporter.

(1) In such suits, the court may grant temporary or permanent injunctions or restraining orders.
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Terms Used In Tennessee Code 68-202-416

  • Commissioner: means the commissioner of environment and conservation or the commissioner's designated representative. See Tennessee Code 68-202-401
  • Department: means the department of environment and conservation. See Tennessee Code 68-202-401
  • Reporter: Makes a record of court proceedings and prepares a transcript, and also publishes the court's opinions or decisions (in the courts of appeals).
(2) Such proceedings shall not be tried by jury.
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