Amends TCA Title 4; Title 7; Title 38; Title 39; Title 40 and Title 41.
Tennessee HB1704 introduces two new Class A misdemeanors: one for intentionally failing or refusing to depart the state when a final order of removal is outstanding, and another for intentionally entering, attempting to enter, or being found in the state after being denied admission, excluded, deported, or removed from the United States. The bill primarily affects individuals who are subject to removal orders or have been previously deported. Key provisions include the establishment of these offenses under Tennessee law, which could lead to criminal charges for the specified actions.
Tennessee HB1704 introduces two new Class A misdemeanors: one for intentionally failing or refusing to depart the state when a final order of removal is outstanding, and another for intentionally entering, attempting to enter, or being found in the state after being denied admission, excluded, deported, or removed from the United States. The bill primarily affects individuals who are subject to removal orders or have been previously deported. Key provisions include the establishment of these offenses under Tennessee law, which could lead to criminal charges for the specified actions.
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