Rule 9.07 – Special Damage

by | May 14, 2021 | Civil Procedure, Tennessee

When items of special damage are claimed, they shall be specifically stated.Tenn. R. Civ. P. 9.07Advisory Commission Comments.Rule 9 sets forth rules governing the pleading of several specific matters about which questions might arise. The Rule is not intended to...

Rule 24 – Trial Jurors

by | May 14, 2021 | Criminal Procedure, Tennessee

a) Initial Actions in Jury Selection.(1)By Court. The court shall:(A) cause the prospective jurors to swear or affirm to answer truthfully the questions they will be asked during the selection process;(B) identify the parties and their counsel; and(C) briefly outline...

Rule 23 – Trial By Jury

by | May 14, 2021 | Criminal Procedure, Tennessee

(a) Right to Jury Trial. In all criminal prosecutions except for small offenses, the defendant is entitled to a jury trial unless waived.(b) Waiver.(1)Timing. The defendant may waive a jury trial at any time before the jury is sworn.(2)Procedures. A waiver of jury...

Rule 9.05 – Judgment

by | May 14, 2021 | Civil Procedure, Tennessee

In pleading a judgment or decision of a domestic or foreign court, judicial or quasi-judicial tribunal, or of a board of officers, it is sufficient to aver the judgment or decision without setting forth matters showing jurisdiction to render it.Tenn. R. Civ. P....