Sorry, I didn't mean to post this twice. I accidentally posted this in Discovery issues, meant to do it here. Still learning my way around.

I have read that a notification of intent to bring court action is required before suing a state govt, or govt agency, in federal court. As of yet, I've been unable to find ANY references anywhere, as to a specific number of weeks or months of prior notice.

I've tried to find the information in the Jurisdictionary course, in the state statutes (Tennessee), and in state and federal rules of civil procedure. I've even called the Tenn Bar Assoc, that was the least helpful. I've obviously either overlooked it, somehow, or don't know best where to look.

Does anyone have any idea WHERE a source or reference might be to find this information?

My action is to be filed against a STATE agency and employees, in FEDERAL district court. I'm filing a Sect. 1983 action against state actors, acting under the color of state law, who have committed numerous Constitutional violations and and of state and federal statutes. At least those are my claims, and I feel they're more than well founded. I've researched the laws for months, state and federal, and read countless case laws, manuals, and publications.

From my research, I've learned my case, supposedly, does NOT require administrative exhaustion, and does not apply in my particular situation. I'm also aware of the nuances of statutes of limitations, tolling, etc.

Yet, I've somehow missed details of required notification periods on govt actions. IS there a notice required BEFORE filing or not? If so, how long? Any ideas where to look? Thanks for ANY help!

Hi Eddie, Wondering if you got your answer your question? I am planning a title 42 lawsuit also, regarding a ticket I received for working without a business lic in South Carolina. Are you interested in sharing notes?