Tennessee HB0452 amends eviction laws to limit hearings to nonpayment issues and set timeframes for judgments and writs.

Tennessee HB0452 amends eviction laws by restricting the scope of unlawful detainer hearings to nonpayment of rent issues. It mandates that trials for such cases must occur within six to fourteen days from the service or filing of the complaint. If a judgment is rendered in favor of the plaintiff, a writ of possession must be issued within 24 hours, requiring the defendant to vacate within seven days. Failure to vacate leads to immediate removal by the sheriff. The act takes effect July 1, 2025.

Tennessee HB0452 amends eviction laws to limit hearings to nonpayment issues and set timeframes for judgments and writs.

Tennessee HB0452 amends eviction laws by restricting the scope of unlawful detainer hearings to nonpayment of rent issues. It mandates that trials for such cases must occur within six to fourteen days from the service or filing of the complaint. If a judgment is rendered in favor of the plaintiff, a writ of possession must be issued within 24 hours, requiring the defendant to vacate within seven days. Failure to vacate leads to immediate removal by the sheriff. The act takes effect July 1, 2025.