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This bill mandates that courts or magistrates impose global positioning monitoring (GPS) as a condition of release for defendants arrested for specific serious offenses, unless the court determines the defendant does not pose a threat to victims or public safety. The bill applies to a wide range of offenses, including those involving firearms or dangerous weapons, domestic assault, certain vehicle-related crimes like reckless driving and drag racing, and repeat offenses in specific criminal categories. Specifically, courts must order defendants to wear a GPS monitoring device, with an exception if the court makes a written finding that the defendant no longer presents a danger. Additionally, the bill requires court clerks to report monthly to the administrative office of the courts the number of defendants under GPS monitoring, and this office must compile an annual report detailing the total number of defendants subject to GPS monitoring across each county. The report must be submitted to the criminal justice and judiciary committees by July 1 each year. The law is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and aims to enhance public safety by closely tracking potentially dangerous defendants during the pretrial period.

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https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB0388&ga=114