Established in 1976
The Tennessee Constables’ Association was chartered on the 4th day of June, 1976 by Franklin D. Lax Sr. and Paul Moncher to help preserve the office of Constable and provide training to Constables across the state.
Become A Member
We provide training and resources to Constables all across Tennessee. We have two types of membership, Active Member (Constables) $100/yr and Associate Member (Public) $35/yr.
In Need of a Constable?
We offer a constable directory right here on our site, so take a look and find a constable in your county.
How Do You Define a Constable?
Constables are citizen elected, sworn, bonded, conservators of the peace and are vested with all the power and authority belonging to the office of Constable by Common Law. Constables have full powers of arrest under Tennessee Code Annotated Title 8, Chapter 10. They are charged with keeping the peace and with the enforcement of the laws of the state, county, and its cities.
Our Duties
& Services
Constables provide their county with additional law enforcement to supplement their Sheriff’s Office and Police Departments. Below is a list of some of the services and activities Constables are involved in:
| Services | |
|---|---|
| ✓ Civil/Criminal Process Service | ✓ Respond to 911 Emergencies |
| ✓ Home Security Checks | ✓ Patrol |
| ✓ Traffic Enforcement | ✓ Business/Church Security Checks |
| ✓ Assist Deputies, Officers, and Troopers |
Learn More About Being a Constable
Do Constables
Have a Salary?
No, Constables do not get any type of salary from their county. The only time a Constable is paid is if they serve civil process, make an arrest, or write a citation. The fee the Constable is given is paid by the defendant or plaintiff when paying their court costs/fees.
What About Speeding Tickets?
No, Constables make only $1 for a speeding citation. This was something Constables themselves lobbied for at the capitol to prevent “fee grabbers”. Constables across the state are constantly trying to hold themselves accountable to higher standards.
Our Guiding Principles
As constables we hold steadfast to our duties and the principles that come with it by following our strict Code of Ethics.
Want to become a Constable?
Constables are elected county officials. To become a Constable, you must qualify with your local election commission and obtain a petition that must be signed by constituents in your electoral district. Please contact your local election commission to find out when your local Constable elections will be held and how to begin the process.
