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HB 1721 In Committee

Criminal Procedure - As introduced, prohibits a court from assessing court costs against a defendant in a criminal proceeding if the defendant is found not guilty by a jury or by a judge following a bench trial on all charges for which the defendant was accused, the prosecution is dismissed or a nolle prosequi is entered by the state, or the charges against the defendant are dismissed by the court. - Amends TCA Title 39 and Title 40.

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Chamber
House
Introduced
Jan 20, 2026
Last action
Mar 25, 2026 — Failed in s/c Criminal Justice Subcommittee of Judiciary Committee
Session
114
Momentum
29 · Low