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Tennessee Code Title 8. Public Officers and Employees § 8-4-504

Current as of January 02, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

(a) If acting in good faith, a public official, or a certified public accountant or firm, makes a report, as required by § 8-4-503, the person or firm shall not be liable in any civil or criminal action that is based solely upon:

(1) The person's or firm's decision to report what the person or firm believed to be unlawful conduct;

(2) The person's or firm's belief that reporting the unlawful conduct was required by law or by contract; or

(3) The fact that a report of unlawful conduct was made.

(b) No immunity conferred pursuant to subsection (a) shall attach if the person or firm reporting the unlawful conduct:

(1) Participated in or benefited from the unlawful conduct; or

(2) Knowingly provides false information pursuant to this part.

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