The general assembly finds and declares that the distribution and/or sale of motor vehicles in the state vitally affects the general economy of the state and the public interest and the public welfare, and in the exercise of its police power, it is necessary to regulate and to license motor vehicle manufacturers, distributors, dealers, salespersons, and their representatives doing business in Tennessee in order to prevent frauds, impositions and other abuses upon its citizens.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 55-17-101
Legislative findings and declaration
Applied in 1 court decision — leading case 438 F. Supp. 2d 869 - Freightliner of Knoxville, Inc. v. Daimlerchrysler Vans, LLC (2006)
Most recently applied in 438 F. Supp. 2d 869 - Freightliner of Knoxville, Inc. v. Daimlerchrysler Vans, LLC (July 2006)
Acts 1955, ch. 79, § 1; T.C.A., § 59-1701; Acts 1991, ch. 359, § 4.
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