Amends TCA Title 16; Title 18 and Title 36.
Tennessee SB0406 amends the definition of "court" within the context of domestic abuse, sexual assault, and stalking cases to include circuit courts exercising criminal jurisdiction. This change allows these courts to hear criminal matters involving victims of such offenses while explicitly excluding jurisdiction over child custody, visitation, or support issues. The bill aims to enhance the legal framework for addressing domestic violence and related crimes in Tennessee.
Tennessee SB0406 amends the definition of "court" within the context of domestic abuse, sexual assault, and stalking cases to include circuit courts exercising criminal jurisdiction. This change allows these courts to hear criminal matters involving victims of such offenses while explicitly excluding jurisdiction over child custody, visitation, or support issues. The bill aims to enhance the legal framework for addressing domestic violence and related crimes in Tennessee.
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