Criminal Offenses - As introduced, extends from 90 to 120 days, the amount of time any confiscated or seized property that was used in the offense of engaging in camping on public property must be held by the agency or its agent in a secure location before the property is either claimed or disposed of, unless the property is needed for evidence in a criminal proceeding. - Amends TCA Title 13; Title 16; Title 33; Title 39 and Title 40.

SB 2545 extends the holding period for property seized during camping offenses on public property in Tennessee from 90 to 120 days. This change applies directly to individuals whose belongings are confiscated by law enforcement when violating camping restrictions on public land. The bill requires agencies to securely hold such property for the longer period before disposal or allowing owners to reclaim it, unless the property is needed as evidence in a criminal case. The law amends multiple Tennessee Code sections to implement this time extension.