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2021 Tennessee Code
Title 29 - Remedies and Special Proceedings
Chapter 13 - Criminal Injuries Compensation
Part 4 - Victims' Compensation From the Proceeds of Crime
§ 29-13-409. Failure by Defendant to Establish Claim for Return of Funds

Universal Citation:
TN Code § 29-13-409 (2021)
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Upon a showing by the defendant that three (3) years have passed since the date the escrow account was established, and that all civil judgments against the defendant have been satisfied, all remaining funds from the escrow account shall be paid to the defendant. If the defendant fails to make such a showing within six (6) months after the expiration of the limitation period, the attorney general and reporter shall turn over the remaining moneys in the escrow account to the criminal injuries compensation fund established by § 29-13-101.

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