# Tenn. Code Ann. § 40-33-103: Commencement of action for determination of forfeiture

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_TN_T40_C33_S40-33-103

## Section

- **Citation:** Tenn. Code Ann. § 40-33-103
- **Heading:** Commencement of action for determination of forfeiture
- **Jurisdiction:** Tennessee
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** TN Code / Title 40 / Chapter 33 / Section 40-33-103

## Text

In the event of seizure pursuant to § 40-33-102 , proceedings under §§ 40-33-104 and 40-33-107 shall be instituted promptly. Acts 1977, ch. 81, § 1; T.C.A., § 40-4103.
In the event of seizure pursuant to § 40-33-102 , proceedings under §§ 40-33-104 and 40-33-107 shall be instituted promptly.
Acts 1977, ch. 81, § 1; T.C.A., § 40-4103.

## Nearby sections

- [Tenn. Code Ann. § 40-33-101 Conveyances subject to forfeiture](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_TN_T40_C33_S40-33-101.md)
- [Tenn. Code Ann. § 40-33-102 Seizure authorized](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_TN_T40_C33_S40-33-102.md)
- [Tenn. Code Ann. § 40-33-103 Commencement of action for determination of forfeiture](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_TN_T40_C33_S40-33-103.md)
- [Tenn. Code Ann. § 40-33-104 Replevin prohibited - Duty of seizing authority](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_TN_T40_C33_S40-33-104.md)
- [Tenn. Code Ann. § 40-33-105 Removal of forfeited conveyance](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_TN_T40_C33_S40-33-105.md)
- [Tenn. Code Ann. § 40-33-106 Jurisdiction over disposition of conveyance](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_TN_T40_C33_S40-33-106.md)
- [Tenn. Code Ann. § 40-33-107 Procedure for determination of forfeiture](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_TN_T40_C33_S40-33-107.md)
- [Tenn. Code Ann. § 40-33-108 Claim of interest in conveyance subject to forfeiture - Possession - Bond](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_TN_T40_C33_S40-33-108.md)
- [Tenn. Code Ann. § 40-33-109 Claim not filed - Disposition of conveyance](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_TN_T40_C33_S40-33-109.md)
- [Tenn. Code Ann. § 40-33-110 Disposition of forfeited conveyance or proceeds of sale of forfeited conveyance](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_TN_T40_C33_S40-33-110.md)
- [Tenn. Code Ann. § 40-33-111 Lien for fees of attorney for accused](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_TN_T40_C33_S40-33-111.md)
- [Tenn. Code Ann. § 40-33-201 Application](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_TN_T40_C33_S40-33-201.md)
- [Tenn. Code Ann. § 40-33-202 Part definitions](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_TN_T40_C33_S40-33-202.md)
- [Tenn. Code Ann. § 40-33-203 Seizure](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_TN_T40_C33_S40-33-203.md)

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