Duty of warden

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TN Code › Title 41 › Chapter 21 › Section 41-21-201

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The warden is charged with the duty of treating the inmates with humanity and kindness and protecting them from harsh and cruel treatment and overwork. Acts 1883, ch. 171, § 3; Shan., § 7498; Code 1932, § 12094; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 41-301.

The warden is charged with the duty of treating the inmates with humanity and kindness and protecting them from harsh and cruel treatment and overwork.

Acts 1883, ch. 171, § 3; Shan., § 7498; Code 1932, § 12094; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 41-301.

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