Beginning July 1, 2024 there will be stronger penalties for indecent exposure by Tennessee inmates. The measure is intended to address a rampant problem in state prisons of inmates continuously exposing themselves to correctional officers and other staff members, especially female officers and staff. The new law enhances the punishment to a Class E felony from a Class A misdemeanor. If convicted, it would extend the inmate’s sentence by two weeks. If convicted more than once, the sentences will be served consecutively.