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TN SB2665
TN SB2665AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39; Title 40 and Title 55, relative to global positioning monitoring.
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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, requires a court or magistrate to impose global positioning monitoring as a condition of release for a defendant accused of certain offenses, unless the court or magistrate enters written findings that the defendant does not pose a threat to the victim or public safety; requires the administrative office of the courts to compile an annual report of the number of defendants subject to such an order. - Amends TCA Title 39; Title 40 and Title 55.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that courts or magistrates require defendants accused of certain offenses to wear a global positioning monitoring (GPM) device as a condition of their release, unless the court or magistrate determines in writing that the defendant does not pose a threat to the victim or public safety. The offenses covered include those where a firearm or dangerous weapon was used, serious bodily injury or death occurred, force was used against another person, domestic assault, burglary of specific vehicles, reckless driving, drag racing, or repeat offenses related to assault or property crimes. Additionally, the bill requires the administrative office of the courts to collect monthly reports from court clerks on the number of defendants under GPM orders and compile an annual report for legislative committees, starting July 1, 2026.
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 |
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| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/Default?BillNumber=SB2665&ga=114 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/SB2665.pdf |
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