Bill > HB0587

This bill amends Tennessee's racketeering activity statute by expanding the definition of racketeering to include two new specific criminal offenses: organized retail crime and possession or employment of a firearm during the commission of or attempt to commit a dangerous felony. The bill also clarifies that carjacking is considered a racketeering activity, which was previously only specified for robbery. These changes broaden the state's legal framework for prosecuting organized criminal activities by adding more specific criminal acts to the existing racketeering statute. The amendments will take effect on July 1, 2025, and will apply to any offenses committed on or after that date. By including these additional offenses in the racketeering definition, the legislation aims to provide law enforcement and prosecutors with more tools to combat organized crime and protect public safety.

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