HB1668

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39, relative to criminal offenses.

Complete·5/15/26

HB1668 amends Tennessee law to create a new offense for traveling with intent to commit theft while in possession of criminal instruments.

HB1668 amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39, to establish a new criminal offense. It is illegal to knowingly travel with intent to commit theft from a commercial business or financial institution while in possession of two or more criminal instruments. The severity of the offense varies based on the circumstances, with penalties ranging from a misdemeanor to a Class B felony. The act takes effect July 1, 2026.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

25 Yea

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6 Nay

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History

May 15

Pub. Ch. 951

May 15

Effective date(s) 07/01/2026

May 7

Signed by Governor.