Commissioners aim to improve criminal justice system

Commissioners aim to improve criminal justice system

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- From inmate deaths and mental health issues to slow-paced court processing, leaders say improvements must be made when it comes to the criminal justice system in Shelby County. In a five-to-zero vote, commissioners accepted the request of the Tennessee Comptroller’s Office to help improve the criminal justice system. Commissioners vote no to proposed grant-making moratorium “We have over 100 hours in Shelby County Justice…

Simpson University launches online criminal justice degree completion program

Simpson University is introducing a new degree completion program aimed at helping working professionals in the criminal justice field earn a bachelor's degree.