Amends TCA Title 40, Chapter 11.
Tennessee SB1945 allows a court to temporarily revoke a defendant's bond and hold the defendant without bail for up to 10 days pending a bail revocation hearing under specific circumstances. This bill affects defendants who violate conditions of their release, are charged with new offenses committed during their release, or engage in conduct that obstructs the trial process. Key provisions include the stipulation for a 10-day hold and the criteria under which a bond can be revoked.
Tennessee SB1945 allows a court to temporarily revoke a defendant's bond and hold the defendant without bail for up to 10 days pending a bail revocation hearing under specific circumstances. This bill affects defendants who violate conditions of their release, are charged with new offenses committed during their release, or engage in conduct that obstructs the trial process. Key provisions include the stipulation for a 10-day hold and the criteria under which a bond can be revoked.
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