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SB 253

Criminal Offenses - As introduced, lessens, from 90 calendar days to 60 calendar days, the time within which a clerk of court must notify the health facilities commission of a conviction for certain offenses committed against elderly or vulnerable adults for inclusion on the registry of persons who have abused, neglected, misappropriated, or exploited the property of vulnerable individuals. - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 15.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Todd Gardenhire

SB 253 shortens mandatory court notification of elder abuse convictions to vulnerable persons registry from 90 to 60 days, accelerating protective employment restrictions for at-risk populations.

Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee
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Bill Summary · SB 253

Legislative bill overview

SB 253 accelerates the notification timeline for court clerks reporting certain criminal convictions involving elderly or vulnerable adults. The bill reduces the required notification period from 90 calendar days to 60 calendar days so that convictions are added to the vulnerable persons abuse registry faster.

Why is this important

Registry inclusion directly affects employment eligibility for sensitive positions in healthcare, assisted living, and elder care facilities. Faster notification means vulnerable populations have quicker protection by preventing convicted individuals from accessing positions where they could cause harm, while also reducing administrative delays in the justice system.

Potential points of contention

  • Implementation burden: Court clerks may face resource constraints meeting a tighter 60-day deadline, particularly in understaffed or high-volume jurisdictions
  • Definitional scope: The bill references "certain offenses" without detailed specification here—questions may arise about which crimes trigger the requirement and whether the list is appropriately tailored
  • Due process timing: While reducing notification delays protects vulnerable adults, compressed timelines must ensure convictions are final and not subject to appeal before registry inclusion, or fairness concerns arise

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

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