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Tennessee Supreme Court Cases
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| View Entry | Year | Case Name | County | Cause/Crime | Case Description | Division | Location | # Pages | Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| View Entry | 1874 | State v. William V. Saunders | Smith | Carrying an Illegal Weapon |
Saunders was accused of unlawfully carrying a pistol, but plead not guilty. He was charged with simultaneously carrying a belt pistol, a pocket pistol, and a revolver. The case argues that only police officers could carry fire arms at the time. |
Middle | Range: 20 Section: E Shelf: Box Number: 13a | 28 | Order A Copy |