Tennessee SB 1599: Criminal Procedure - As introduced, prohibits a court from assessing court costs against a defendant in a criminal proceeding if the defendant is found not guilty by a jury or by a judge following a bench trial on all charges for which the defendant was accused, the prosecution is dismissed or a nolle prosequi is entered by the state, or the charges against the defendant are dismissed by the court. - Amends TCA Title 39 and Title 40.

Status: Placed on Senate Finance, Ways, and Means Committee calendar for 4/21/2026 (as of 2026-04-20)

State: Tennessee · Session: 114 · Bill: SB 1599

Subjects: Criminal Procedure

Sponsors: Lamar

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