Cal. Civ. Code § 29-18-116
Neglect to execute process.
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Any officer neglecting or refusing to execute any process, under this chapter, shall forfeit two hundred fifty dollars ($250) to the party aggrieved, to be recovered with costs before any tribunal having jurisdiction thereof.
Under Tennessee Code Ann. § 29-18-116, a law enforcement or court officer who fails or refuses to carry out a legal process issued under the unlawful detainer chapter faces a financial penalty. The penalty — $250 — is payable to the party harmed by the officer's inaction, and can be recovered along with court costs in any court with proper jurisdiction. The provision is designed to ensure that officers do not obstruct or delay the execution of lawful eviction-related process.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Tenn. Code Ann. § 29-18-116, compliant property owners and managers who obtain valid process through the courts can expect that officers are legally obligated to execute it. If an officer neglects or refuses to act on properly issued process, the law provides a mechanism for the aggrieved party — which may include a landlord — to recover $250 plus costs. Operators familiar with this provision generally document their interactions with process-serving officers and retain records of any issued court orders.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 29-18-116 applies to any party aggrieved by an officer's failure to execute process, which can include tenants in certain procedural contexts. If a tenant believes an officer has unlawfully refused or neglected to carry out a court process that affects their rights, the statute provides a path to recover $250 and costs before a court of competent jurisdiction. Tenant-rights organizations can help individuals understand whether this provision applies to their circumstances and what general options exist for pursuing a claim.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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