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TN SB1764
TN SB1764AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39, relative to contraband in penal institutions.
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Introduced
01/20/2026
01/20/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, removes the limitation on the penalty for illegally possessing a telecommunication device in a penal institution that required the Class E felony to be punished by a fine only. - Amends TCA Title 39.
AI Summary
This bill amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39, concerning contraband in penal institutions, by removing a limitation on the penalty for illegally possessing a telecommunication device, such as a cell phone, within a prison or jail. Previously, a violation of this law was classified as a Class E felony, but the penalty was restricted to a fine only, meaning no jail time could be imposed. This bill changes that by allowing for the full range of penalties associated with a Class E felony to be applied, which could include imprisonment in addition to or instead of a fine.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee (on 01/22/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB1764&ga=114 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/SB1764.pdf |
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