Detainer Warrant

DETAINER WARRANT. This form from the General Sessions Court of Knox County, Tennessee, is used in landlord-tenant cases where the property owner (plaintiff) seeks to regain possession of real property—such as an apartment, house, or other dwelling—that the defendant is allegedly occupying unlawfully. The form serves as both a complaint and a court order. It begins the legal process of eviction by ordering a lawful officer to serve notice to the defendant and summon them to appear in court on a specified date. The plaintiff claims that the defendant is wrongfully detaining the property and may also seek monetary damages, including unpaid rent, attorney’s fees, and court costs. If the court finds in favor of the plaintiff, a Writ of Possession may be issued to return control of the property to the plaintiff. The form includes fields for the court's judgment, whether by default, agreement, or trial, and notes the defendant’s rights, including the $10,000 personal property exemption under Tennessee law. It also contains notices regarding appeals, military service affidavits, and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), ensuring all individuals have access to court proceedings. www.FormsWorkflow.com