38th Annual Tennessee Lifesavers Conference & 22nd Annual Law Enforcement ChallengeSeptember 16-18, 2026

The Evolving Roadway: Recent Case Law and Statutory Shifts in Tennessee

3:15 pm
  - 4:30 pm

This session provides an update on recent legislation and case law impacting traffic safety and impaired driving enforcement in Tennessee. Participants will learn about new laws passed by the Tennessee General Assembly, including changes to implied consent penalties, criminalization of certain substances, and enhanced penalties for fleeing crashes involving impairment and fatalities. The session will also cover key decisions from Tennessee courts and their implications for current legal practices. Attendees will gain practical insights into how these updates affect the investigation and prosecution of impaired driving cases.