Amends TCA Title 39.
Tennessee SB0120 establishes the offense of aggravated assault against a first responder for individuals who knowingly possess certain fentanyl-related substances in a manner that could expose a first responder to these substances while they are performing their official duties, resulting in serious bodily injury or death. The bill affects individuals who engage in such conduct and imposes a Class C felony charge, with a mandatory fine of $15,000 and a minimum incarceration period of 90 days, during which the defendant is not eligible for release.
Tennessee SB0120 establishes the offense of aggravated assault against a first responder for individuals who knowingly possess certain fentanyl-related substances in a manner that could expose a first responder to these substances while they are performing their official duties, resulting in serious bodily injury or death. The bill affects individuals who engage in such conduct and imposes a Class C felony charge, with a mandatory fine of $15,000 and a minimum incarceration period of 90 days, during which the defendant is not eligible for release.
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