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TN HB1678
Bill
Status
1/14/2026
Primary Sponsor
Mike Sparks
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AI Summary
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Amends Tennessee Code Section 39-16-201 to establish enhanced penalties for contraband violations in penal institutions when the violation results in another person's death
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Upgrades certain contraband offenses from Class C felony to Class B felony when death results; other violations upgrade from Class D to Class C felony
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Class E felony contraband violations upgrade to Class D felony if death results; first-time Class E violations remain punishable only by fine, with subsequent violations carrying a $3,000 fine
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Effective date is July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39 and Title 40, relative to contraband in penal institutions.
Criminal Offenses
Last Action
Placed on s/c cal Criminal Justice Subcommittee for 3/18/2026
3/11/2026