Amends TCA Title 63.
Tennessee SB0940 amends existing law to extend immunity from arrest, charge, or prosecution for drug and alcohol violations when individuals seek medical assistance for overdoses. This bill affects individuals experiencing drug or alcohol-related emergencies and includes provisions for immunity related to violations such as underage alcohol consumption and public intoxication. Key changes include broadening the scope of immunity to cover both drug and alcohol violations and specifying that immunity applies to various offenses related to alcohol consumption by minors.
Tennessee SB0940 amends existing law to extend immunity from arrest, charge, or prosecution for drug and alcohol violations when individuals seek medical assistance for overdoses. This bill affects individuals experiencing drug or alcohol-related emergencies and includes provisions for immunity related to violations such as underage alcohol consumption and public intoxication. Key changes include broadening the scope of immunity to cover both drug and alcohol violations and specifying that immunity applies to various offenses related to alcohol consumption by minors.
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