Tennessee SB0493 amends civil forfeiture laws to require "clear and convincing evidence" instead of "preponderance of evidence".
Tennessee SB0493 changes the standard of proof required in civil forfeiture cases from "preponderance of evidence" to "clear and convincing evidence." This amendment applies to Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 40-33-213(a). The change takes effect on July 1, 2025, and applies to seizures occurring on or after that date.
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