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TN HB0510
TN HB0510AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39, Chapter 11, Part 6, relative to justifications excluding criminal responsibility.
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Introduced
01/25/2023
01/25/2023
In Committee
02/01/2023
02/01/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/25/2024
04/25/2024
Introduced Session
113th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, justifies, under certain circumstances, the use of deadly force against another to prevent or terminate the other from committing or attempting to commit certain property offenses; specifies that the display or brandishing of a weapon does not constitute deadly force. - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 11, Part 6.
AI Summary
This bill amends Tennessee's laws regarding the use of deadly force to protect property. Specifically, it allows the use of deadly force in certain situations to prevent or stop the commission of certain property crimes, such as arson, burglary, robbery, and vandalism. The bill also clarifies that the display or brandishing of a weapon does not constitute deadly force unless it results in death or serious injury. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2023.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Sponsor(s) Added. (on 03/07/2023)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB0510&ga=113 |
| Fiscal Note - HB0510 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/113/Fiscal/HB0510.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/113/Bill/HB0510.pdf |
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