Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-6-206: Penalty for unlawful issuance of licenses

(a) It is a Class B misdemeanor, and disqualifies for office, for the board to issue a license to any person except as prescribed in this chapter. Should the board be so disqualified, the governor shall appoint a new board in full as provided in this chapter.

(b) In no event shall the negligent issuance of a license result in criminal prosecution under this chapter.