TN SB 1187
Author
Raumesh Akbari
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615-741-1767
Sen.Raumesh.Akbari@capitol.tn.gov
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Bill Text
Category
Cargo Theft/Freight Fraud Enforcement
State
TN
Summary
Requires GPS monitoring as condition of bail for certain crimes, including truck and freight burglary.
Issue
Adds a requirement that a court or magistrate order a defendant who is charged with any of the certain offenses, including burglary of a freight or passenger car, automobile, truck, trailer, boat, airplane, or other motor vehicle to wear a GPMS device as a condition of bail, unless the court or magistrate finds the offender no longer poses a threat to the alleged victim or public safety.
Notes
Pending Committee action. Same as HB 1064.
History
02/10/2025 Introduced in Senate. Passed on First Consideration.
02/12/2025 Passed on Second Consideration. Referred to Senate Committee on Judiciary.
04/02/2025 Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Judiciary Committee.
04/22/2025 Remains in Committee upon adjournment.
03/18/2026 Placed on Senate Judiciary Committee calendar for 3/23/26.
03/23/2026 Action deferred in Senate Judiciary Committee. 03/23/2026 Placed on Senate Judiciary Committee calendar.