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TN SB1909
TN SB1909AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 16, Chapter 22, relative to drug courts.
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Introduced
01/21/2026
01/21/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, removes a conviction for domestic assault from the definition of a violent offender for purposes of drug treatment courts; changes the definition of a violent offender for purposes of drug treatment courts from an offender with a conviction for an offense involving certain acts to an offender with a conviction for a felony offense involving certain acts within the previous 10 years. - Amends TCA Title 16, Chapter 22.
AI Summary
This bill amends Tennessee law regarding drug treatment courts, which are specialized court programs designed to help individuals with substance abuse issues avoid jail time by completing treatment and rehabilitation. Specifically, it removes a conviction for domestic assault from the definition of a "violent offender" for the purposes of these drug courts, meaning individuals convicted of domestic assault may now be eligible for drug court programs. Additionally, the bill changes the definition of a "violent offender" to focus on those who have committed a felony offense involving certain acts within the previous ten years, rather than a broader category of offenses.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee (on 02/02/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB1909&ga=114 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/SB1909.pdf |
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