SB 581
Signed
Law Enforcement - As introduced, requires a law enforcement officer initiating a traffic stop or pedestrian stop, on or after January 1, 2026, to inform the person stopped of the reason for the stop before engaging the person in questioning related to an investigation of a possible criminal offense or traffic violation; permits the officer to withhold such information if the officer believes that doing so is necessary to protect life or property from an imminent threat. - Amends TCA Title 38; Title 39 and Title 40.
- Tennessee
- Senate
- Introduced Jan 30, 2025
- Session 114
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Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Judiciary Committee
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Placed on Senate Judiciary Committee calendar for 3/23/2026
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Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee
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Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
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Filed for introduction