Amends TCA Title 16; Title 18 and Title 36.
Tennessee HB0361 amends the definition of "court" within the context of domestic abuse cases to include circuit courts exercising criminal jurisdiction when addressing matters involving victims of domestic abuse, sexual assault, or stalking. This change affects victims of these crimes by allowing their cases to be heard in a broader range of court settings. Notably, the amendment specifies that this expanded definition does not grant jurisdiction to criminal courts over issues related to child custody, visitation, or support.
Tennessee HB0361 amends the definition of "court" within the context of domestic abuse cases to include circuit courts exercising criminal jurisdiction when addressing matters involving victims of domestic abuse, sexual assault, or stalking. This change affects victims of these crimes by allowing their cases to be heard in a broader range of court settings. Notably, the amendment specifies that this expanded definition does not grant jurisdiction to criminal courts over issues related to child custody, visitation, or support.
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