Tennessee and Extradition: What You Need to Know

No, Tennessee is not a non-extradition state. Tennessee law explicitly provides for the extradition of individuals wanted in other states. The process follows the Uniform Criminal Extradition Act, ensuring cooperation with other jurisdictions.

If a person is arrested in Tennessee on an out-of-state warrant, they can be held and transferred to the requesting state after due process. There are no broad exemptions that would make Tennessee a safe haven for fugitives.