Bill > SB1945

This bill allows a judge to temporarily take away a defendant's bail and hold them without bail for up to 10 days if they violate a condition of their release, are charged with a new crime while out on bail, or disrupt the progress of their trial. This temporary hold is pending a hearing where the judge will decide if the bail should be permanently revoked. Bail, in this context, is a guarantee that a defendant will appear in court, often involving a financial deposit or promise. The bill amends existing Tennessee law regarding release on bail, specifically changing a provision that previously did not allow for such temporary holds under these circumstances.