Shelby County Residents: Protect Our Youth's Rights - Act Now!
Community | October 12, 2024
Your involvement can make a real difference in protecting the rights of young people in our community.

Written by: JR Robinson

Commissioner Erika Sugarmon is championing a crucial ordinance to safeguard the rights of minors in our justice system. This proposed amendment to Chapter 10 of the Shelby County Code could significantly impact how our community handles juvenile interrogations. Here's why your support is vital:

The Ordinance at a Glance

This amendment aims to:

Why This Matters

  1. Protect vulnerable youth: Scientific research shows that minors' brains are still developing, making them more susceptible to coercion and less able to understand their legal rights.
  2. Prevent false confessions: Juveniles are at higher risk of providing false confessions under pressure, which can have devastating consequences.
  3. Ensure transparency: Recording interrogations promotes fairness and accountability in the juvenile justice system.

 

Commissioner Sugarmon Needs Your Help


Take Action Now

  1. Attend in Person: Join the Commission's Meeting. Pull a card and speak up and speak out on Monday at 3:00 PM.
  2. Contact Your Commissioner: Email your County Commissioner expressing your strong support for this ordinance. Find your Commissioner's contact information here: https://www.shelbycountytn.gov/1209/Meet-Your-Shelby-County-Commissioners
  3. Spread the Word: Share this information with your networks and on social media to amplify our collective voice.

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