The enforceable sentences in Tennessee's bullying law — deadlines where they exist, and the demand that works where they don't.
Investigation deadline in law: none in statute.
Parent notice: "immediately" inform parent or guardian of a student involved.
Victim transfer: No statutory transfer right.
Retaliation for reporting: no express clause found in the bullying statute — check your district policy.
Source: Tenn. Code Ann. 49-6-4503(d)
The five paper-trail moves + the written report
Rules checked October 2026 — every rule on this page is cited to its source. Verify day counts against your district's official calendar.