House Bill 816 amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 55, Chapter 50, specifically addressing the penalties for driving with a canceled, suspended, or revoked license. The bill introduces new language to clarify that a traffic citation issued solely for violations under subdivisions (a)(1) and (a)(2) will be classified as a nonmoving traffic violation, rather than a misdemeanor. This change aims to reduce the severity of penalties associated with these specific violations.

The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, contingent upon the public welfare. By reclassifying these violations, the legislation seeks to alleviate some of the legal repercussions for individuals who may be cited for driving with a canceled, suspended, or revoked license, thereby potentially reducing the burden on the judicial system.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 55-50-504(a)(1), 55-50-504, 55-50-504(a)(2)