Tennessee · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026) · Bill

SB 1698: Criminal Offenses - As introduced, increases the penalty for criminal impersonation of a law enforcement officer from a Class A misdemeanor to a Class E felony if the offense occurs while the defendant is committing or attempting to commit a crime of violence. - Amends TCA Title 38; Title 39 and Title 40.

In committee Last action March 30, 2026: Re-refer to Senate Calendar Committee

Plain-language summary

SB 1698 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on January 15, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Criminal Offenses - As introduced, increases the penalty for criminal impersonation of a law enforcement officer from a Class A misdemeanor to a Class E felony if the offense occurs while the defendant is committing or attempting to commit a crime of violence. - Amends TCA Title 38; Title 39 and Title 40. Primary sponsor: Raumesh Akbari (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 30, 2026): Re-refer to Senate Calendar Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Raumesh Akbari (Democratic).