SB2420

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 38; Title 39 and Title 40, relative to criminal law.

Introduced·2/2/26
Draft Text

SB2420 reduces the time limit for certain criminal law procedures from 45 days to 30 days.

SB2420 amends Tennessee criminal law by shortening the time limit for certain procedures from 45 days to 30 days. This change aims to streamline legal processes within the criminal justice system. The act will take effect on July 1, 2026.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

Feb 5

Senate

Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee

Feb 2

Senate

Filed for introduction

Feb 2

Senate

Introduced, Passed on First Consideration