· TN legislature · 114

Sentencing - As introduced, establishes parole criteria for certain persons convicted of first degree murder and sentenced to imprisonment for life; specifies that if a person is convicted of first degree murder and sentenced to imprisonment for life, then the sentence must automatically expire after the person has served 40 years. - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 13 and Title 40, Chapter 35.

Sponsor

Vincent Dixie (D-TN)

Introduced

2026-02-02

Policy area

Crime and Law Enforcement

Latest action

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