New public safety laws to take effect on July 1 in Tennessee

A truth in sentencing act is among a number of new criminal and public safety laws in Tennessee that are slated to go into effect on July 1.

The truth in sentencing act was approved by the state General Assembly earlier this year and is aimed at protecting victims of crime and providing true accountability for those who commit crimes. The new law requires a person convicted of certain offenses to serve 100% of the sentence imposed before becoming eligible for release.