House Bill 361, sponsored by Parkinson, amends Tennessee Code Annotated regarding orders of protection. The bill modifies Section 36-3-601(3)(E) by replacing the phrase "or the general sessions criminal court" with ", the general sessions criminal court, or a criminal court when the criminal court is hearing a criminal matter involving a domestic abuse victim, sexual assault victim, or stalking victim." Additionally, it changes "the general sessions court" to "the criminal court or the general sessions court."

This legislation aims to clarify the jurisdiction of courts in cases involving domestic abuse, sexual assault, or stalking victims, ensuring that both general sessions and criminal courts can address these matters appropriately. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon becoming law, emphasizing the urgency of its provisions for public welfare.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 36-3-601(3)(E), 36-3-601