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TN SB0564

TN SB0564
As introduced, reduces the punishment for a first violation of unlawful carrying of a handgun; prohibits law enforcement officer from confiscating the person's handgun and requires issuance of citation in lieu of arrest for such offense. - Amends TCA Section 39-17-1307 and Section 40-7-118.


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Introduced
02/05/2019
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/19/2020

Introduced Session

111th General Assembly

Bill Summary

As introduced, reduces the punishment for a first violation of unlawful carrying of a handgun; prohibits law enforcement officer from confiscating the person's handgun and requires issuance of citation in lieu of arrest for such offense. - Amends TCA Section 39-17-1307 and Section 40-7-118.

AI Summary

This bill reduces the punishment for a first violation of unlawfully carrying a handgun from a Class A misdemeanor to a Class C misdemeanor, punishable only by a fine. It also prohibits law enforcement officers from confiscating the person's handgun solely for this offense and requires the issuance of a citation in lieu of arrest, unless certain exceptions apply. The bill amends Sections 39-17-1307 and 40-7-118 of the Tennessee Code Annotated.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee (on 02/07/2019)

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