# Tenn. Code Ann. § 40-14-101: Speedy trial - Right to be heard

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## Section

- **Citation:** Tenn. Code Ann. § 40-14-101
- **Heading:** Speedy trial - Right to be heard
- **Jurisdiction:** Tennessee
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** TN Code / Title 40 / Chapter 14 / Section 40-14-101

## Text

In all criminal prosecutions, the accused is entitled to a speedy trial and to be heard in person and by counsel. Code 1858, § 4992 (deriv. Const. 1834, art. 1, § 9); Shan., § 6951; Code 1932, § 11492; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 40-2001.
In all criminal prosecutions, the accused is entitled to a speedy trial and to be heard in person and by counsel.
Code 1858, § 4992 (deriv. Const. 1834, art. 1, § 9); Shan., § 6951; Code 1932, § 11492; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 40-2001.

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