Tennessee Law Links Bullying Convictions to Teen Driving Privileges
Tennessee recently enacted a law targeting bullying by suspending the driver’s licenses of minors convicted of bullying or cyberbullying for up to a year. This legislation, designed to address the long-term harm caused by bullying, allows for restricted licenses for essential destinations like school or work, but requires judicial approval. While lauded as a step towards addressing the issue, some experts emphasize the importance of also addressing the root causes of bullying by working with the offenders. The law builds on previous efforts to combat bullying in Tennessee, including updated definitions of the behavior.
John Q. Hosedrinker