New Tennessee Law Strips Teens of Driving Privileges if They Are Found Guilty of Bullying

Teens guilty of bullying could lose driving licences under Tennessee law

Critics questioned whether it would actually make teenagers think twice about their behaviour. Read more at straitstimes.com.

New Tennessee law will suspend driver's license of teens found guilty of bullying

A new law in Tennessee law would revoke the licenses of teenagers for up to a year if convicted of bullying or cyberbullying other kids.

Tennessee law suspends driving privileges for minors guilty of bullying

Minors found guilty of bullying or cyberbullying in juvenile court can face consequences such as probation, counseling or other penalties. Starting July 1, 2025, a Tennessee law adds a new punishment: these minors will now have their driver’s license suspended — or lose the ability to obtain one — for one year. Second chances and restricted driving permits The law allows first-time offenders a second chance. They may apply for a restricted drive…

Teen Bullies in Tennessee Should Get Used to Walking

Teen bullies in Tennessee are losing their driving privileges. Under a new state law, minors found guilty of bullying or cyberbullying by a juvenile court will lose their driver's licenses—or their ability to get a license—for up to a year. First-time offenders can apply for a tightly restricted...

Under new Tennessee law, teens caught bullying, cyber-bullying can lose driver's license

"I simply got tired of nothing being done to stop bullying," said bill sponsor state GOP Lowell Rep. Lowell Russell.

Tennessee teens could lose driver's licenses as punishment for bullying

Tennessee students who bully their classmates – both in school or online – could lose their driving privileges as punishment thanks to a new law that took effect this week.