Section 27-8-102 - Cases in which writ lies(a) Certiorari lies:(1) On suggestion of diminution;(2) Where no appeal is given;(3) As a substitute for appeal;(4) Instead of audita querela; or(5) Instead of writ of error.(b) This section does not apply to actions governed by the Tennessee Rules of Appellate Procedure.Code 1858, § 3124; Shan., § 4854; Code 1932, § 8990; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 27-802; Acts 1981, ch. 449, § 2.