Tennessee HB0216 amends state law to expedite the removal of unlawful occupants from commercial real property.

Tennessee HB0216 amends Tennessee Code to allow property owners or their agents to request the immediate removal of unlawful occupants from commercial real property. The sheriff must serve a notice to vacate and may arrest for trespassing or other crimes. The property owner can request the sheriff to stand by for lock changes and personal property removal. The sheriff can charge a fee for this service. The bill also allows for civil action for wrongful removal and sets penalties for false statements. The act takes effect July 1, 2025.

Tennessee HB0216 amends state law to expedite the removal of unlawful occupants from commercial real property.

Tennessee HB0216 amends Tennessee Code to allow property owners or their agents to request the immediate removal of unlawful occupants from commercial real property. The sheriff must serve a notice to vacate and may arrest for trespassing or other crimes. The property owner can request the sheriff to stand by for lock changes and personal property removal. The sheriff can charge a fee for this service. The bill also allows for civil action for wrongful removal and sets penalties for false statements. The act takes effect July 1, 2025.