DA conference opposes bill to expand 'split confinement'; committee keeps measure in committee Senate bill 26‑19, which would extend split‑confinement in‑jail time from one to three years and broaden eligibility for that sentencing option, drew opposition from the Tennessee District Attorneys General Conference; the committee heard testimony and left the bill in committee after a split recorded vote.

A controversial bill aiming to triple jail time for split-confinement has sparked fierce debates in Tennessee, raising questions about public safety and the future of sentencing.

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Tennessee POST hears case to decertify deputy after judge says he concealed firearm in juvenile court The Tennessee Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission held a decertification hearing Dec. 11, 2025, on whether to revoke Roy Shepherd's certification after his termination by Jackson County following an incident in juvenile court on Jan. 27, 2025. Department counsel said Shepherd brought a firearm and failed to disclose it; defense said there was no independent investigation.

A former deputy faces decertification after allegedly bringing a firearm into a juvenile court and misleading a judge—was justice served?

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Tennessee appellate panel hears challenge after juror failed to disclose past ties to prosecutors in Claiborne case Appellant counsel argued a jury foreperson failed to disclose prior work and relationships with law‑enforcement witnesses, creating a presumption of bias and warranting a new trial; the state countered that voir‑dire questions were general and the post‑conviction court credited the juror’s testimony. The panel took the matter under advisement.

A Tennessee appellate panel is faced with a critical decision after a juror's undisclosed ties to law enforcement raise questions about the integrity of a trial.

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Tennessee Lawmakers Debate Felony Murder Charges During Committee Hearing Legislators discuss complexities of felony murder laws and potential policy adjustments in Tennessee.

Tennessee lawmakers are locked in a heated debate over felony murder charges, questioning whether individuals should face severe penalties for crimes they didn’t intend to commit.

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Senate Committee Holds Discussion on Criminal Justice Bill Led by Leah Dragbery Leah Dragbery initiates summer study on criminal justice reform with key stakeholders present.

Tennessee's Senate Judiciary Committee is diving deep into criminal justice reform, exploring crucial issues of fairness for wrongfully convicted individuals.

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Legal Experts Examine Felony Murder Charges and Accomplice Sentencing Disparities Panel discusses inequities in felony murder laws and defense attorney resource shortages.

Tennessee's Senate Judiciary Committee is raising eyebrows as they delve into the shocking disparities in felony murder laws that could see innocent accomplices facing life sentences while actual perpetrators receive leniency.

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Tennessee District Attorneys Debate Uniformity in Felony Murder Laws Across Counties District attorneys discuss the impact of varying felony murder charges throughout Tennessee counties.

Tennessee's Senate Judiciary Committee is diving deep into the murky waters of felony murder charges, revealing shocking disparities in how justice is served across counties.

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Court reviews post-conviction appeal of D'Michael Moore's representation during trial Court examines effective counsel claims in D'Michael Moore's post-conviction relief petition.

Tennessee's high-stakes government meeting reveals shocking concerns about legal representation in the controversial murder trial of the Moore brothers.

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Tennessee General Assembly enacts post-conviction relief for convicted defendants Tennessee law now allows writ of error coram nobis for convicted defendants seeking relief.

Tennessee's new House Bill 601 is transforming the post-conviction relief process, giving hope to those seeking justice for wrongful convictions.

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Legislature enacts new expunction law for first-time offenders Law permits one-time expunction petitions for individuals without prior convictions

A new bill in Tennessee is igniting a vital conversation about justice, giving those with misdemeanor convictions a chance to clear their records and reclaim their futures.

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Tennessee Assembly amends compensation law for wrongfully imprisoned individuals Tennessee law now allows claims from those exonerated and whose sentences are vacated

Tennessee is on the brink of a groundbreaking change for the wrongfully imprisoned, with new legislation potentially expanding compensation for those unjustly convicted.

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Tennessee Senate passes House Bill 601 to allow reopening of innocence cases Senate Bill 601 creates pathway for wrongful convictions based on new evidence of innocence.

Tennessee's Senate has just passed a groundbreaking bill that gives the wrongfully convicted a chance to reopen their cases based on new evidence of innocence.

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Court outlines petition procedures for claiming actual innocence with new evidence New rules establish petition process for claiming actual innocence based on new evidence

Tennessee's House Bill 601 could revolutionize the fight for justice by making it easier for wrongfully convicted individuals to prove their innocence with new evidence.

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Prosecution argues Mr. Arnold acted with premeditation in shooting case Prosecution presents evidence indicating Mr. Arnold's premeditated actions during the shooting.

In a dramatic court showdown, the prosecution unveiled chilling evidence suggesting Thomas Mack Arnold's shooting was a calculated act of premeditation, leaving the community on edge.

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Defense argues due process violated by prosecution's misrepresentation in self-defense case Defense contends prosecutor inaccurately paraphrased defendant's statements impacting due process rights.

A pivotal government meeting reveals a fierce debate over misrepresented testimony that could redefine self-defense laws in Tennessee.

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Senate committee approves bail reform and penalties for cargo theft Senate committee advances bail reform bill and increases penalties for cargo theft.

Tennessee's Senate Judiciary Committee has just voted to reverse the bail presumption for serious crimes, making it tougher for defendants to walk free—could this change reshape public safety in the state?

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Tennessee General Assembly passes criminal sentencing amendment for adult-minor offenses Legislation amends criminal sentencing laws for adults involved with minors in offenses.

Tennessee's Senate Bill 45 could reshape how adults are sentenced for crimes involving minors, raising questions about fairness and accountability.

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Local judges explore alternatives to incarceration for minor offenses Judges discuss addressing minor crimes without filling local jails or courts with inmates

Local officials in Trousdale County are rethinking how to handle minor offenses, aiming to ease jail overcrowding and enhance public safety.

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Tennessee General Assembly extends district attorneys' general response time to 120 days House Bill 483 amends response time for Tennessee district attorneys to 120 days.

Tennessee's House Bill 483 proposes to give district attorneys an extra 30 days to file crucial legal documents, sparking a fierce debate over the balance between efficiency and thoroughness in the justice system.

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Tennessee court reviews controversial 40-year sentence for minor heroin possession amid legal changes Judge Vance's consecutive sentencing raises questions about justice in drug-related convictions.

A Tennessee court is questioning the fairness of a staggering 40-year sentence for possessing just half a gram of heroin, igniting a debate over justice and sentencing reform.

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