In a significant development, Tennessee is set to implement a new law that will reclassify bullying and cyberbullying as Class A misdemeanor offenses. This amendment broadens the scope of harassment laws to encompass these harmful behaviors. Notably, if the victim is a minor, the revised law mandates that law enforcement must inform the victim’s parents or guardians about the incident. The effective date for this change is scheduled for Monday, July 1st.
New Legislation Broadens Harassment Protections to Address Bullying and Cyberbullying
