Amends TCA Title 39 and Title 55.
Tennessee HB2266 amends the state's criminal code by increasing the penalty for vehicular homicide from a Class C felony to a Class B felony if the offense is a result of the driver's extreme and excessive rate of speed, defined as traveling more than 20 miles per hour over the posted speed limit. This bill affects individuals convicted of vehicular homicide under these specific circumstances, imposing a harsher penalty. Key provisions include the reclassification of the felony level and the definition of "extreme and excessive rate of speed."
Tennessee HB2266 amends the state's criminal code by increasing the penalty for vehicular homicide from a Class C felony to a Class B felony if the offense is a result of the driver's extreme and excessive rate of speed, defined as traveling more than 20 miles per hour over the posted speed limit. This bill affects individuals convicted of vehicular homicide under these specific circumstances, imposing a harsher penalty. Key provisions include the reclassification of the felony level and the definition of "extreme and excessive rate of speed."
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Leatherwood, Tom
114th General Assembly
February 2, 2026
March 25, 2026
Taken off notice for cal in s/c Criminal Justice Subcommittee of Judiciary Committee