Tennessee Code 40-38-302 – Part definitions
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As used in this part, unless the context otherwise requires:
Terms Used In Tennessee Code 40-38-302
- Crime: means :
(A) Any offense the punishment for which is a Class A, B, C, D or E felony. See Tennessee Code 40-38-302 - Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- family member: is a minor, the minor may be represented by a guardian where appropriate. See Tennessee Code 40-38-302
- Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
- Minor: means any person who has not attained eighteen (18) years of age. See Tennessee Code 1-3-105
- Person: includes a corporation, firm, company or association. See Tennessee Code 1-3-105
- Plea agreement: An arrangement between the prosecutor, the defense attorney, and the defendant in which the defendant agrees to plead guilty in exchange for special considerations. Source:
- Restitution: The court-ordered payment of money by the defendant to the victim for damages caused by the criminal action.
- Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
- Victim: means :
(i) A natural person against whom a crime was committed. See Tennessee Code 40-38-302