Controversial local judge retires from bench
Bill Anderson stands outside of his courtroom, Friday Aug. 2. (Aarron Fleming/The Daily Memphian)
Shelby County General Sessions Criminal Court Judge Bill Anderson retires from his seat, following local and state-level complaints about his controversial bail decisions.
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Shelby County General Sessions Criminal Court Division 7 Judge Bill Anderson bail bond District Attorney General Steve Mulroy State Sen. Brent Taylor Subscriber Only2025 is almost over. Now is the time to support your trusted local news source.
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Jody Callahan
Jody Callahan graduated with degrees in journalism and economics from what is now known as the University of Memphis. He has covered news in Memphis for more than 25 years.
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