Senate Bill 238, also known as House Bill 78, proposes an amendment to Tennessee Code Annotated, specifically Section 40-11-154, regarding the venue for prosecuting violations of conditions of release. The bill introduces a new subsection (e) that establishes that the venue for prosecution will be the county where the violation occurred. Additionally, it allows for prosecution in cases where elements of the offense are committed across multiple counties, permitting the offense to be prosecuted in either county involved.

The bill emphasizes the importance of jurisdiction in handling violations of release conditions, ensuring that legal proceedings are conducted in a relevant and appropriate venue. This amendment is set to take effect immediately upon becoming law, highlighting the urgency of addressing these legal matters for public welfare.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 40-11-154
Amended with HA0038 -- 03/20/2025: 40-11-154