Senate Bill 1637, also known as House Bill 1798, amends Tennessee Code Annotated, specifically Section 8-21-901(a)(2)(B)(ii), regarding fees for services rendered in relation to garnishments. The bill deletes the existing subdivision and replaces it with new language that clarifies that all garnishments are considered original garnishments. It establishes that the sheriff or other authorized individuals serving these garnishments are entitled to the specified fee for each garnishment served. Additionally, the bill allows these officials to require that the fee for the service of the garnishment be paid in advance.

The act is set to take effect immediately upon becoming law, emphasizing the importance of the changes for public welfare. This amendment aims to streamline the process and ensure that fees associated with garnishments are clearly defined and collected in a timely manner.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 8-21-901(a)(2)(B)(ii), 8-21-901