[Not applicable to decedents who die in 2016 or after, see section 67-8-425.]

(a)

Attorney's Note

Under the Tennessee Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:
ClassPrisonFine
class C misdemeanorup to 30 daysup to $50
For details, see Tenn. Code § 40-35-111

Terms Used In Tennessee Code 67-8-422

  • Affidavit: A written statement of facts confirmed by the oath of the party making it, before a notary or officer having authority to administer oaths.
(1) Failure or refusal to make any report or return provided for in this part and part 3 of this chapter is a Class C misdemeanor.
(2) The payment of any penalty imposed shall in no wise affect the liability for the tax, interest and any other penalties prescribed in this part.
(b) The making of a false return or report or affidavit with intent to deceive constitutes the crime of perjury.
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