Senate Bill 456 aims to amend the definition of "crime of violence" within Tennessee Code Annotated, specifically in Section 39-17-1301(3). The bill proposes to delete the existing subdivision and replace it with a more comprehensive list of offenses that qualify as a crime of violence. The new definition includes various serious crimes such as murder, aggravated rape, robbery, aggravated assault, kidnapping, and several forms of child abuse, among others.

The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, emphasizing the importance of public safety in its provisions. By expanding the definition of violent crimes, the legislation seeks to enhance legal clarity and potentially strengthen the enforcement of laws related to these serious offenses.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 39-17-1301(3), 39-17-1301