What is the length of time before disposals are made?
Once the records have been declared as non-permanent they must be measured in the time frame given for auditing purposes (usually six years). Once the records have been declared for disposal, a letter is then written by the archivist requesting permission by the public records commission to dispose of them in accordance to the County Technical Assistance Service (CTAS) manual which has numerated definitions of each type of record. Once the public records commission has approved the request, the letter is then sent on to the Tennessee State Library and Archives (TSLA) for final approval. Once permission is granted, the records can either be shredded, burned, or buried in a landfill.

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1. Where can I find Death Records after 1956?
2. Where is a good starting point to search for past family members in Madison County?
3. Where can I find past tax records?
4. How long are certain records retained?
5. What is the length of time before disposals are made?