TN Yanks Driving Privileges from Bullies
I'm Tomi Lahren, more next.
In a noble effort to combat bullying and cyberbullying, a new law here in Tennessee states that any minor found guilty of bullying or cyberbullying in juvenile court will lose their driving privileges for one year.
This was a bipartisan measure that lawmakers here in the volunteer state hope to see other states adopt.
The law might seem a bit harsh but it does offer a second chance for first time offenders and has a carve out to allow teens to drive with restricted privileges to church, school and work. That does require sign off by a judge, however.
It's a noble endeavor. Far too many young people suffer long term consequences from bullying and far too many even resort to taking their own life.
I do think this law is going to be tough to enforce, though.
One man's 'teasing' is another man's 'bullying' and the discretion here seems pretty broad.
Even so, I hope parents will step up to the plate and fill the void.
Manners, decency and godliness in the home would go a long way and probably be more effective than yanking driving privileges.
I'm Tomi Lahren and you can watch my show 'Tomi Lahren is Fearless' at Outkick.com
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