Bill > HB0361

This bill modifies Tennessee law to expand the courts in Shelby County that can hear petitions for orders of protection. Specifically, the legislation allows a circuit court exercising criminal jurisdiction to hear such petitions when the court is simultaneously handling a criminal matter involving a domestic abuse, sexual assault, or stalking victim. The bill clarifies that while criminal courts can now hear these protection order petitions, they do not gain jurisdiction over related child custody, visitation, or support matters. The changes apply to various sections of Tennessee Code Annotated related to court jurisdiction for protection orders, and they aim to provide additional legal venues for victims seeking protection. The modifications will allow more flexibility in where and how protection orders can be filed and heard, potentially making the process more accessible for victims involved in ongoing criminal proceedings. The bill takes effect immediately upon becoming law, with the stated purpose of serving the public welfare.

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https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB0361&ga=114