Shelby County Residents: Your Voice Matters in Juvenile Justice Reform
Local & National News | October 12, 2024
Protect our youth: Research shows that transferring juveniles to adult court can have harmful effects on their development and well-being.

Written by: JR Robinson

Commissioner Erika Sugarmon is taking a bold step to improve the lives of juveniles in our justice system, and she needs your support. A critical ordinance is being presented to the Shelby County Board of Commissioners that could significantly impact how our community treats young offenders. Here's why you should act now:

The Ordinance at a Glance

This proposed amendment to Chapter 34 of the Shelby County Code aims to:

Why Your Support Matters

  1. Protect our youth: Research shows that transferring juveniles to adult court can have harmful effects on their development and well-being.
  2. Reduce recidivism: Juveniles who receive appropriate services are less likely to reoffend, making our community safer.
  3. Invest in our future: By providing rehabilitation services, we're giving young offenders a chance to become productive members of society.

Please Show Up and Give Your Support!


Take Action Now

  1. Show Up: Join the Commission's Meeting and pull a card. Speak up and speak out on Monday at 3:00 PM.
  2. Speak Up: Email your Commissioner expressing your 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 friends, family, and on social media to amplify our collective voice.

Don't let this opportunity pass by. Your involvement can make a real difference in the lives of young people in our community. Act now to support juvenile justice reform in Shelby County!

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