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This bill amends Tennessee law to provide legal protection for law enforcement officers in certain civil liability situations. Specifically, the bill states that a law enforcement officer cannot be sued for property damage or personal injury if the person who suffered the damage or injury was convicted of resisting a stop, frisk, halt, arrest, or search (which is defined under Tennessee Code § 39-16-602). The immunity from civil liability applies during the officer's official duties, but does not extend to cases involving gross negligence or willful misconduct by the officer. Additionally, the immunity does not cover damage or injury to bystanders or other individuals not involved in the resisting arrest conduct. The law provides a legal shield for officers who cause damage or injury while performing their official duties, but includes important limitations to prevent abuse of this protection. The bill takes effect immediately upon becoming law, reflecting the legislature's view that this legal clarification serves the public interest.

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https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB0280&ga=114