Bill > HB0452

This bill modifies Tennessee's eviction (unlawful detainer) legal procedures, specifically focusing on cases involving nonpayment of rent. The bill introduces several key changes: first, it mandates that trials for eviction actions based on nonpayment of rent must be held within 14 days of the plaintiff filing the action, which is faster than the current six-day minimum requirement. Second, it limits the scope of hearings for nonpayment of rent cases to only facts and issues directly related to rent nonpayment, such as lease terms and payment history, preventing other potential lease violations from being considered. Third, the bill modifies the process for obtaining a writ of possession (a legal order to remove a tenant) by requiring that in nonpayment of rent cases, the writ must be issued within 24 hours of the judgment and give the defendant seven days to vacate the property. If the tenant does not leave within those seven days, the landlord can request immediate removal by the county sheriff. These changes aim to streamline the eviction process for nonpayment of rent cases, providing a more expedited legal pathway for landlords while setting clear timelines and constraints. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

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https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB0452&ga=114