HB1798Enacted

Amends TCA Title 8, Chapter 21, Part 9.

Tennessee HB1798 amends TCA Title 8, Chapter 21, Part 9 to clarify that sheriffs or other legally authorized individuals serving garnishments may require the payment of service fees in advance. This bill affects the process of garnishment service by establishing a clear expectation for upfront payment of fees. The key provision is the explicit authorization for advance fee payment before the performance of garnishment services.

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Overview

Tennessee HB1798 amends TCA Title 8, Chapter 21, Part 9 to clarify that sheriffs or other legally authorized individuals serving garnishments may require the payment of service fees in advance. This bill affects the process of garnishment service by establishing a clear expectation for upfront payment of fees. The key provision is the explicit authorization for advance fee payment before the performance of garnishment services.

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Sponsor

McCalmon, Jake

Details
Session

114th General Assembly

Introduced

January 21, 2026

Last Action

April 27, 2026

Comp. became Pub. Ch. 692

Subjects
Garnishments and ExecutionsSheriffsFees

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