HB2539 — Criminal Procedure - As introduced, specifies that an order of restitution entered in a criminal action is a final civil judgment upon entry of the order; makes various other changes in regard to restitution for victims of crime. - Amends TCA Title 28; Title 37; Title 39 and Title 40.

HB2539 — Criminal Procedure - As introduced, specifies that an order of restitution entered in a criminal action is a final civil judgment upon entry of the order; makes various other changes in regard to restitution for victims of crime. - Amends TCA Title 28; Title 37; Title 39 and Title 40. · Informed CitizenryThis bill amends Tennessee Code Section 40-35-304 to modify how restitution for victims of crimes is handled. It specifies that a general sessions court may order a defendant to provide restitution…Open in Informed Citizenry