§ 55-50-704. Noncompliance — Powers and Duties of Commissioner
Upon receipt of a report of noncompliance, the department shall transmit a certified copy of the report to the official in charge of the issuance of licenses in the reciprocating state in which the nonresident is licensed. When the licensing authority of a reciprocating state reports that a person holding a Tennessee license has failed […]
§ 55-50-705. Nonresidents — Citation — Collateral or Bond — Surrender of Nonresident’s License — Temporary Driving Permit
Notwithstanding any other law to the contrary, a Tennessee highway patrol officer observing a violation of a traffic law, ordinance, rule or regulation by a nonresident shall issue a citation as appropriate and shall require the nonresident to post collateral or bond to secure appearance for trial. In the event that a nonresident fails to […]
§ 55-50-701. Part Definitions
As used in this part, unless the context otherwise requires: “Citation” means any citation, summons, ticket, or other document issued by an arresting officer for violation of a traffic law, ordinance, rule, or regulation, ordering the arrested motorist to appear in court or before a magistrate; “Collateral” or “bond” means any cash or other security […]
§ 55-50-702. Authority to Make Agreements — Contents of Agreement
The commissioner may execute a reciprocal compact or agreement not inconsistent with this part with the motor vehicle administrator or other authorized official of any other state concerning the appearance of a person licensed in one (1) state to answer a summons for a traffic violation issued by the other state. The compact shall provide […]
§ 55-50-703. Procedures Used by Law Enforcement Officers
Notwithstanding any other law to the contrary, a law enforcement officer observing a violation of a traffic law, ordinance, rule, or regulation by a nonresident shall issue a citation as appropriate and shall not, subject to subsection (b), require the nonresident to post collateral or bond to secure appearance for trial, but shall accept the […]