(a) The warden of the female penitentiary of this state shall be subject to appointment or discharge by the commissioner of correction, upon approval of the governor.
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Terms Used In Tennessee Code 41-1-202

  • State: when applied to the different parts of the United States, includes the District of Columbia and the several territories of the United States. See Tennessee Code 1-3-105
(b) The warden:

(1) Shall, at the time of appointment, be not less than twenty-five (25) years of age;
(2) Shall be qualified to be proficient in the management of a state penal institution;
(3) Will hold a masters degree from a duly accredited approved university in business administration, education or penology and correction; or
(4) Have other qualifications that, in the opinion of the commissioner, would be equal to or greater than the qualifications listed in subdivisions (b)(1)-(3).
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