Courts, Administrative Office of the - As introduced, enacts the "Tennessee Court Appearance Reminder Program Act." - Amends TCA Title 16 and Title 40.

SB 2099 establishes Tennessee's statewide "Court Appearance Reminder Program" to reduce missed court appearances. It requires the Administrative Office of the Courts to automatically send free text, email, or mail reminders (at least three total, including one the day before) to defendants with upcoming out-of-custody criminal or traffic court dates. The program must use plain language, include court details and consequences of missing, allow opt-out, and provide post-missed-appearance guidance. It includes strict privacy protections (contact info cannot be used for investigations or bail decisions) and mandates data collection to evaluate effectiveness.