House Bill 7078 amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 39-17-315, to introduce new requirements for individuals convicted of stalking offenses, including stalking, aggravated stalking, or especially aggravated stalking. The bill mandates that the sentencing court order these defendants to wear a global positioning monitoring system (GPS) device for a minimum of one year. Additionally, unless the defendant is indigent, they are required to cover the costs associated with operating the GPS system.

The act is set to take effect on October 1, 2023, and will apply to offenses committed on or after that date. This legislation aims to enhance monitoring of offenders and potentially improve public safety by ensuring that those convicted of stalking are tracked through GPS technology.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 39-17-315