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Criminal Offenses - As introduced, increases from a Class A misdemeanor to a Class C felony the available sentence for an aggravated criminal trespass if, while in commission of the trespass, the trespasser encounters the owner using or displaying a firearm in self-defense; upgrades trespass offenses to Class C felonies. - Amends TCA Section 39-11-611; Title 39, Chapter 13, Part 10 and Title 39, Chapter 14, Part 4.

Sponsor

Paul Sherrell (R-TN)

Introduced

2026-01-14

Policy area

Crime and Law Enforcement

Latest action

Taken off notice for cal in s/c Criminal Justice Subcommittee of Judiciary Committee