§ 41-23-209. Effect of Adoption — Renunciation
The contracting states solemnly agree that this compact shall: Become operative immediately upon its execution by any state as between it and any other state or states so executing. When executed it shall have the full force and effect of law within such state, the form of execution to be in accordance with the laws […]
§ 41-23-201. Short Title
This part shall be known and may be cited as the “Tennessee Interstate Furlough Compact.”
§ 41-23-202. Compact Authorized — Form
The governor of this state is authorized and directed to execute a compact on behalf of the state of Tennessee with any of the United States legally joining therein in the form substantially as follows: A compact entered into by and among the contracting states, with the consent of the congress of the United States […]
§ 41-23-203. Compact Definitions
As used in this compact, unless the context otherwise requires: “Appropriate official” means a person designated by the sending state to grant furloughs or by the receiving state to accept or reject furloughs pursuant to this compact; “Authorized person” means a person designated by law or appointment for purposes of escorting, transferring or retaking a […]
§ 41-23-204. Furloughs — Grounds and Conditions
A furlough pursuant to this compact may be granted to an inmate for the following reasons: To visit a critically ill relative; or To attend a funeral of a relative. A furlough among states which are party to the compact shall be granted for a period not to exceed four (4) days, including travel time. […]
§ 41-23-205. Procedures in Emergency Circumstances
In emergency circumstances, as defined in § 41-23-204, the appropriate official of the sending state shall, prior to granting such furlough: Verify the legitimacy of the request; and Upon verification, immediately notify and secure the consent of the receiving state.
§ 41-23-206. Supplemental Agreements
The appropriate official of a party state may supplement but in no way abrogate the provisions of this compact through one (1) or more contracts with any other party state for the furlough of inmates. The contracts may provide for: Duration; Terms and conditions of the furlough; Report of violations and escapes by furloughees; Costs, […]
§ 41-23-207. Jurisdiction Over Liability for Furloughed Inmates
As provided for by the laws, rules, and regulations of the sending state, the inmate on furlough will at all times be subject to the jurisdiction of the appropriate officials and authorized persons of the sending state, who shall retain the powers over the inmates on furlough that they would normally exercise over the inmate […]
§ 41-23-208. Costs Arising From Furlough
Costs arising out of a grant of a furlough for transportation, lodgings, meals and other related expenses shall be the sole responsibility of the inmate on furlough. Extraordinary costs, other than those specified in subsection (a) arising from the grant of furlough among party states, shall be the sole responsibility of the sending state. Such […]