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Terms Used In Tennessee Code 40-22-105

  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.

It is the duty of the court to hold the defendant in custody unless bond is executed for the appearance of the prisoner at the next term of the court.