TN HB1902

Defines "dangerous dog" as one that makes an unprovoked attack causing bodily injury or commits unprovoked acts causing reasonable fear of attack, when outside a secure enclosure

Requires owners of dangerous dogs to register with animal control within 30 days, maintain at least $100,000 in liability insurance, keep the dog leashed or in a secure enclosure at all times, and pay a $50 annual registration fee

Establishes a public online registry of dangerous dogs that includes the dog's name, owner's name and address, with removal from the registry after 3 years if no additional attacks occur

Creates criminal penalties for non-compliance: Class C misdemeanor for first offense, Class B misdemeanor for subsequent offenses, with defenses available for veterinarians, law enforcement, and animal shelter employees

Takes effect July 1, 2026, and provides due process through general sessions court hearings and appeals to circuit court with jury trial available