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HB 1861·TN·house

Probation and Parole - As introduced, specifies that if the trial judge finds by a preponderance of the evidence that the defendant has violated conditions of probation and suspension of sentence for a felony offense by engaging in conduct that constitutes a drug offense, then for the first instance of such a violation, the trial judge must order the defendant to attend a substance abuse treatment program and must not revoke the defendant's probation and suspension of sentence. - Amends TCA T...

In CommitteeFiled Jan 21, 2026
Sponsor: Brooks
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Taken off notice for cal in s/c Criminal Justice Subcommittee of Judiciary Committee

Mar 25, 2026

Summary

The bill adds a new rule that when a defendant on felony probation or a suspended sentence is found to have committed a drug offense, the judge must send them to a substance‑abuse treatment program instead of revoking their probation for the first offense. It applies to first‑time drug‑related violations and takes effect July 1, 2026.

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