Tennessee Code Title 4. State Government § 4-49-206

(a) A violation of § 4-49-205 constitutes a violation of the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act of 1977, compiled in title 47, chapter 18, part 1. Any violation of § 4-49-205 shall constitute an unfair or deceptive act or practice affecting trade or commerce and be subject to the penalties and remedies as provided in the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act of 1977, in addition to the penalties and remedies in this part.

(b) The attorney general and reporter shall have all of the investigative and enforcement authority that the attorney general and reporter has under the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act of 1977 relating to alleged violations of this part. The attorney general and reporter may institute any proceedings involving alleged violations of this part in Davidson County circuit or chancery court or any other venue otherwise permitted by law.

(c) No costs of any kind or nature shall be taxed against the attorney general and reporter or the state in actions commenced under this part.