House Bill 1820, also known as Senate Bill 2645, amends Tennessee law regarding the qualifications for constables. The bill introduces a new requirement that individuals elected or appointed to the office of constable on or after August 1, 2030, must have graduated from a Tennessee POST-approved certified law enforcement training academy. However, this requirement does not apply to individuals who have already served one complete term as constable and are subsequently reelected after the specified date.

The bill aims to enhance the qualifications of constables in Tennessee, ensuring that those who take on this role have received formal law enforcement training. The act is set to take effect immediately upon becoming law, emphasizing the importance of public welfare in its implementation.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 8-10-102(a)(1), 8-10-102