Senate Bill 778, also known as House Bill 816, proposes amendments to Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 55, Chapter 50, which addresses driving with a canceled, suspended, or revoked privilege. The bill specifically modifies Sections 55-50-504(a)(1) and 55-50-504(a)(2) by adding language that classifies traffic citations based solely on violations of these subdivisions as nonmoving traffic violations. This change aims to differentiate these offenses from moving violations, which typically carry more severe penalties and implications for driving records.

The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, contingent upon the public welfare. By reclassifying these violations, the legislation seeks to alleviate some of the legal consequences associated with driving under a canceled, suspended, or revoked status, potentially reducing the burden on individuals facing such charges.

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