House Bill 785, sponsored by Howell, proposes an amendment to the Tennessee Code Annotated regarding bail bonds. Specifically, it modifies Section 40-11-122(2) by deleting the requirement for "two (2) sufficient sureties" and replacing it with "one (1) sufficient surety." This change aims to simplify the process of securing bail by reducing the number of sureties needed.

The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and will apply to all bail bonds executed on or after that date. The amendment is intended to enhance accessibility to bail for individuals who may find it challenging to secure multiple sureties.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 40-11-122(2), 40-11-122