Commission approves resolution asking DOJ to continue Juvenile Court oversight

By Omer Yusuf, Daily Memphian Published: October 30, 2018 3:27 PM CT

The Shelby County Commission has approved a resolution proclaiming a vote of no confidence in the U.S. Department of Justice’s decision to end federal oversight of Shelby County Juvenile Court.

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Omer Yusuf covers Bartlett and North Memphis neighborhoods for The Daily Memphian. He also analyzes COVID-19 data each week. Omer is a former Jackson Sun reporter and University of Memphis graduate.

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Commission approves resolution asking DOJ to continue Juvenile Court oversight

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