Amends TCA Title 24; Title 36; Title 37 and Title 40.
Tennessee SB0391 authorizes courts to permit certified facility dogs to accompany victims or witnesses during court proceedings to reduce stress and enhance testimony accuracy. The bill outlines the qualifications for certified facility dogs and their handlers, including training and health certification requirements. Key provisions include the need for a court motion to approve the dog's presence and specific protocols for managing the dog's role during testimony to ensure it does not prejudice the jury.
Tennessee SB0391 authorizes courts to permit certified facility dogs to accompany victims or witnesses during court proceedings to reduce stress and enhance testimony accuracy. The bill outlines the qualifications for certified facility dogs and their handlers, including training and health certification requirements. Key provisions include the need for a court motion to approve the dog's presence and specific protocols for managing the dog's role during testimony to ensure it does not prejudice the jury.
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