HB2452Enacted

Amends TCA Title 40.

Tennessee HB2452 allows courts to expunge certain violent offenses for individuals who have received a pardon. The bill affects individuals with pardoned violent offenses and requires courts to evaluate the best interests of justice and public safety, considering the nature of the offense and any relevant factors presented by both the petitioner and the district attorney general. Key provisions include the court's discretion in expungement decisions based on the violent nature of the offense and other pertinent information.

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Overview

Tennessee HB2452 allows courts to expunge certain violent offenses for individuals who have received a pardon. The bill affects individuals with pardoned violent offenses and requires courts to evaluate the best interests of justice and public safety, considering the nature of the offense and any relevant factors presented by both the petitioner and the district attorney general. Key provisions include the court's discretion in expungement decisions based on the violent nature of the offense and other pertinent information.

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Sponsor

Garrett, Johnny

Details
Session

114th General Assembly

Introduced

February 3, 2026

Last Action

May 5, 2026

Comp. became Pub. Ch. 719

Subjects
ExpunctionDistrict Attorneys

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