Retention of possession by sheriff

Tenn. Code Ann. § 66-19-206, under Liens on Boats.

Tenn. Code Ann. § 66-19-206

The sheriff, after seizing the property, shall retain possession of it until the termination of the action, unless bond and security are given in a penalty as prescribed by statute, payable to the plaintiff or complainant conditioned to abide by and perform the judgment of the court.