(a) The suit is also brought on the information of any person, upon such person giving security for the costs of the proceedings, to be approved by the clerk of the court in which the bill is filed.

Terms Used In Tennessee Code 29-35-110

  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
(b) When the suit is brought at the relation of a private individual, it shall be so stated in the bill and proceedings, and such individual is responsible for costs in case they are not adjudged against the defendant.