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SB 685

Criminal Offenses - As enacted, revises present law relative to unlawful photography. - Amends TCA Section 39-13-605 and Title 40, Chapter 39, Part 2.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Tennessee law SB 685 revised unlawful photography statutes to modify criminal penalties and investigative procedures for non-consensual intimate image offenses.

Comp. became Pub. Ch. 474
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Bill Summary · SB 685

Legislative bill overview

SB 685 revises Tennessee's laws on unlawful photography by amending TCA Section 39-13-605 and related provisions in Title 40, Chapter 39. The bill became effective as Public Chapter 474 in May 2025, modifying criminal statutes governing non-consensual photography and related offenses.

Why is this important

Unlawful photography laws directly affect privacy protections for individuals in vulnerable situations, such as in bathrooms, changing rooms, or other private spaces. Changes to these statutes can alter what conduct is prosecutable, penalties applied, and how law enforcement investigates these crimes—making this relevant to both public safety and individual privacy rights.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of conduct covered: Unclear whether amendments expand, narrow, or clarify what specific photography acts constitute criminal offenses
  • Penalty adjustments: Any changes to sentencing, classification level, or registration requirements could affect both victims' protections and defendants' rights
  • Enforcement implications: Modifications to evidentiary standards or search/seizure procedures in Title 40 could impact how these cases are investigated and prosecuted

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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