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Tenn. Code § 39-16-503: Tenn. Code Ann. § 39-16-503
What this law says, in plain English
It is unlawful to alter, destroy, conceal, or falsely present records or documents during a pending investigation or official proceeding with intent to impair evidence or affect the outcome. This is a Class C felony.
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