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TN SB1977
TN SB1977AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 40, Chapter 35, relative to revocation of probation.
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Introduced
01/22/2026
01/22/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, specifies that if the trial judge finds by a preponderance of the evidence that the defendant has violated conditions of probation and suspension of sentence for a felony offense by engaging in conduct that constitutes a drug offense, then for the first instance of such a violation, the trial judge must order the defendant to attend a substance abuse treatment program and must not revoke the defendant's probation and suspension of sentence. - Amends TCA Title 40, Chapter 35.
AI Summary
This bill amends Tennessee law regarding probation and suspension of sentence for felony offenses, specifically when a defendant violates probation by engaging in conduct that constitutes a drug offense. If a judge determines, based on a "preponderance of the evidence" (meaning it's more likely than not), that a defendant on probation for a felony has committed a drug offense for the first time, the judge must order the defendant to attend a substance abuse treatment program instead of revoking their probation and suspended sentence. This change aims to prioritize treatment for first-time drug-related probation violations for felony offenses.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee (on 02/05/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB1977&ga=114 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/SB1977.pdf |
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