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TN HB1106
TN HB1106AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39, relative to criminal offenses.
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Introduced
02/05/2025
02/05/2025
In Committee
02/10/2025
02/10/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, reduces from a Class C felony to a Class B misdemeanor the offense of criminal exposure of another to HIV; creates a Class C felony for the criminal exposure of another to HIV if a person transmitted HIV to another person. - Amends TCA Title 39.
AI Summary
This bill amends Tennessee's criminal law regarding HIV exposure by modifying the penalties associated with intentionally exposing another person to HIV. Specifically, the legislation reduces the penalty for criminal exposure of HIV from a Class C felony to a Class B misdemeanor in cases where HIV is not transmitted. However, if the person actually transmits HIV to another individual, the offense becomes a Class C felony. To provide context, a Class B misdemeanor is a less serious criminal offense typically punishable by up to six months in jail and/or a fine, while a Class C felony is more serious and can result in significant prison time. The changes to this law will take effect on July 1, 2025, allowing time for legal systems and affected parties to prepare for the new legal standards. The bill appears to adjust the legal consequences of HIV exposure to potentially reflect evolving medical understanding of HIV transmission and treatment.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Taken off notice for cal in s/c Criminal Justice Subcommittee of Judiciary Committee (on 03/12/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB1106&ga=114 |
| Fiscal Note - SB0813 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/SB0813.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/HB1106.pdf |
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