Tennessee Statutes
§ 40-35-505 — Orientation to post-release or parole issues
Tennessee·Title 40
Before the release of an inmate under this chapter, the department of correction shall conduct an orientation for the inmate concerning relevant post-release or parole issues. As a part of the department's existing orientation program, the orientation shall address issues of restoration of citizenship, voting and the availability of services relating to education, employment, family and child support. Specific attention shall be given to, but not limited to, high school equivalency credentials approved by the state board of education and adult education, access to health care and health insurance, reinstatement of licenses and voting rights and food stamps.
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Legislative History
Amended by 2023 Tenn. Acts, ch. 114,s 8, eff. 7/1/2023. Acts 2004, ch. 752, § 1.
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