House Bill 2284 and Senate Bill 2471 propose amendments to various sections of the Tennessee Code Annotated, primarily focusing on real property and criminal trespass laws. One significant change is in Section 44-8-106(b), where the term "ten (10)" is replaced with "ten (10) business," clarifying the timeframe for certain legal processes. Additionally, the bills introduce new definitions and penalties related to criminal trespass in Section 39-14-405. Specifically, the definition of "enter" is expanded to include the use of unmanned aircraft and various types of motorized vehicles and bicycles.

The amendments also modify the penalties for criminal trespass, establishing that it is generally a Class C misdemeanor, but escalates to a Class A misdemeanor if a motorized vehicle or bicycle is involved, with a mandatory fine of $2,500 and restitution for damages. Furthermore, repeat offenders may face seizure and forfeiture of their vehicles. A new subdivision is added to Section 40-33-101(a) to include violations of Section 39-14-405 involving motorized vehicles or bicycles. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, applying to offenses committed on or after that date.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 44-8-106(b), 44-8-106
Amended with SA0935 -- 04/13/2026: 44-8-106(b), 44-8-106, 39-14-405, 40-33-101(a), 40-33-101