Senate Bill 7056, also known as House Bill 7085, amends Tennessee Code Annotated regarding juvenile justice. The bill introduces a new provision that allows for the expungement of juvenile court records for individuals who have been transferred to adult court and subsequently convicted and committed. Specifically, it stipulates that such expungement can only occur through a court order issued in accordance with Section 40-32-101.
The bill is set to take effect on October 1, 2023, emphasizing the importance of public welfare in its implementation. This legislative change aims to provide a clearer process for the expungement of juvenile records in cases where individuals have faced adult convictions, thereby potentially aiding in their rehabilitation and reintegration into society.
Statutes affected: Introduced: 37-1-134