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Public Records Fee in Tennessee

Tennessee law sets the fee for public records requests in Tenn. Code § 10-7-503. That statute establishes the charge a governmental entity may impose for producing copies of public records. The rule defines the permissible costs, which may include labor for searching and redacting, as well as copying expenses. The exact dollar amount or formula for calculating the fee is stated within the statute itself. The official source at the link below contains the precise figures and any applicable exceptions. A verified figure and a step-by-step worked example appear after this explanation to illustrate how the fee is derived under the statute. Use the calculator on this page to estimate the fee for your specific request based on the statutory provisions.

Governing authority

In Tennessee, the public records fee rule is set by Tenn. Code § 10-7-503. The verified packet cites Tenn. Code § 10-7-503 (https://publications.tnsosfiles.com/acts/103/pub/pc.htm).

Tennessee public records fee: governed by Tenn. Code § 10-7-503. The verified packet cites Tenn. Code § 10-7-503 (https://publications.tnsosfiles.com/acts/103/pub/pc.htm).

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This page provides general legal information and calculation tools, not legal advice. DocketMath is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation, and using this site does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws change and exceptions apply, so deadlines and amounts specific to your situation should be confirmed with a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.