Courts, General Sessions - As introduced, increases from $25,000 to $50,000 the jurisdictional dollar limit for general sessions courts in civil cases generally. - Amends TCA Title 13; Title 16 and Title 29.

Summary

The legislation changes Tennessee law so that general sessions courts can hear civil lawsuits involving up to $50,000, double the current cap. It affects individuals and businesses filing smaller civil claims in those courts. The higher limit is meant to let more cases be resolved in the quicker, lower‑cost general sessions system.

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