SB1474 amends Tennessee law to redefine and strengthen penalties for street drag racing.
SB1474 redefines street drag racing in Tennessee, specifying it includes motor vehicle drifting stunts. It mandates impounding fees for those charged with street drag racing and allows vehicle impoundment for evidence collection instead of arrest. The bill also classifies reckless endangerment by street drag racing as a Class E felony and updates various sections of Tennessee Code to reflect these changes. The act takes effect July 1, 2026.
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