SB2144In Committee

Amends TCA Title 39 and Title 40.

Tennessee SB2144 proposes to increase penalties for the introduction or possession of contraband in penal institutions, raising offenses from a Class C felony to a Class B felony, from a Class D felony to a Class C felony, and from a Class E felony to a Class D felony, specifically for acts involving telecommunication devices that result in another person's death. This bill affects individuals charged with contraband offenses in penal institutions. Key changes include the reclassification of penalties based on the severity of the act and the type of contraband involved.

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Overview

Tennessee SB2144 proposes to increase penalties for the introduction or possession of contraband in penal institutions, raising offenses from a Class C felony to a Class B felony, from a Class D felony to a Class C felony, and from a Class E felony to a Class D felony, specifically for acts involving telecommunication devices that result in another person's death. This bill affects individuals charged with contraband offenses in penal institutions. Key changes include the reclassification of penalties based on the severity of the act and the type of contraband involved.

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Sponsor

White, Dawn

Details
Session

114th General Assembly

Introduced

January 23, 2026

Last Action

April 20, 2026

Placed on Senate Finance, Ways, and Means Committee calendar for 4/21/2026

Subjects
Criminal OffensesSentencing

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SB2144: Amends TCA Title 39 and Title 40. | LegisGo