Terms Used In Tennessee Code 54-14-116

  • Verdict: The decision of a petit jury or a judge.
  • Writ: A formal written command, issued from the court, requiring the performance of a specific act.

Upon the hearing of the case by the court or upon the judgment being pronounced on the verdict of the jury, the court may order a writ of possession to issue to place the petitioners in possession of the easement or right-of-way awarded to them.