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TN HB1367

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/6/2025

Primary Sponsor

Jesse Chism

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Origin

House of Representatives

114th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Law enforcement officers must inform individuals of the reason for a traffic stop or pedestrian stop before beginning any questioning about a possible criminal offense or traffic violation, effective January 1, 2026

  • Officers may withhold the reason for the stop if they believe disclosure would create an imminent threat to life or property

  • Amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 38, Chapter 3, Part 1 by adding a new section governing police stop procedures

  • Takes effect immediately upon becoming law

Legislative Description

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 38; Title 39 and Title 40, relative to law enforcement activity.

Law Enforcement

Last Action

Assigned to s/c Criminal Justice Subcommittee

2/12/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/12/2025

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