Tennessee SB0704 criminalizes impersonating drivers for transportation network companies and private passenger-for-hire vehicles.

Tennessee SB0704 amends the state code to establish criminal penalties for impersonating drivers associated with transportation network companies and private passenger-for-hire vehicles. The bill defines offenses such as falsely representing a connection with these services or responding to ride requests under false pretenses. Penalties include a Class B misdemeanor, escalating to a Class E felony if the offense occurs during another felony. The act takes effect July 1, 2025.

Tennessee SB0704 criminalizes impersonating drivers for transportation network companies and private passenger-for-hire vehicles.

Tennessee SB0704 amends the state code to establish criminal penalties for impersonating drivers associated with transportation network companies and private passenger-for-hire vehicles. The bill defines offenses such as falsely representing a connection with these services or responding to ride requests under false pretenses. Penalties include a Class B misdemeanor, escalating to a Class E felony if the offense occurs during another felony. The act takes effect July 1, 2025.