TN SB2197

Expands eligibility for expungement following a pardon by removing the requirement that the conviction be for a "nonviolent crime"

Establishes a list of seven felony offenses that remain ineligible for expungement: first degree murder, second degree murder, especially aggravated kidnapping, aggravated child abuse, especially aggravated robbery, commission of act of terrorism, and sexual offenses requiring registration

Requires courts to weigh the petitioner's interest against justice and public safety when deciding expungement petitions

Creates a rebuttable presumption that expungement should be granted for certain eligible petitioners who meet statutory requirements

Takes effect immediately upon becoming law