HB0483

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 8, relative to district attorneys general.

Complete·5/14/26

Extends the deadline for district attorneys general to file an indictment in Tennessee.

This bill amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 8, to extend the deadline for district attorneys general to file an indictment from ninety (90) days to one hundred twenty (120) days. The change aims to provide additional time for thorough investigations and legal preparations. This act becomes effective upon becoming law, as deemed necessary for the public welfare.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

66 Yea

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25 Nay

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History

May 14

Pub. Ch. 928

May 14

Effective date(s) 05/07/2026

May 7

Signed by Governor.