SB2359 amends Tennessee law to protect child victims by allowing their testimony via two-way CCTV without their presence in court.
SB2359 amends Tennessee Code to allow child victims to testify via two-way CCTV without being present in the courtroom. The trial judge must ensure this method does not unduly prejudice the defendant. A child under thirteen is presumed to be traumatized by the defendant's presence, making in-person testimony unnecessary. This act takes effect immediately upon becoming law.
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