Terms Used In Tennessee Code 40-11-402

  • Bail: Security given for the release of a criminal defendant or witness from legal custody (usually in the form of money) to secure his/her appearance on the day and time appointed.

Each agent shall file annually, along with the first semiannual report as described in § 40-11-303, a certificate of compliance of continuing education with the clerk of the criminal or civil court of each county in which the agent is furnishing bail or bonds securing costs and fines. This certificate shall show in detail the names, locations, dates and hours of each course attended, along with the signature of the agent attesting that all continuing educational requirements have been completed.