Juvenile Court

Judge Dan Michael's Statement on Social Justice

 

COVID-19 Pandemic Information 

Please follow the CDC recommendation to wear a cloth face covering when entering the Juvenile Court for any reason.  See more at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/diy-cloth-face-coverings.html

https://www.shelbycountytn.gov/DocumentCenter/View/36852/Juvenile-Court-Safety-Plan

Please see the most recent Tennessee Supreme Court Order and Judge Dan Michael’s Order suspending in-person court hearings from the close of business on Friday, March 13, 2020 through Friday, July 3, 2020.  In-person court hearings are now suspended (except for emergency hearings) through Friday, July 3, 2020.  Court hearings will be reset at a future date to hear in person, unless it is determined that your case can be heard sooner via video through Zoom.  You will receive a notice by mail as to your reset date for either an in-person hearing or a Zoom (video) hearing.  Juvenile Court and the Juvenile Court Clerk’s Office remain open for business from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.  Should you need further assistance please call Juvenile Court at 901-222-0800 or Juvenile Court Clerk’s Office at 901-222-0600.

Zoom Instructions for Hearing Participants

Judge Dan Michael's Amended Order 5-28-2020

Judge Dan Michael's Order and Supreme Court Order 5-27-2020

Judge Dan Michael's Order 4-27-2020

Tennessee Supreme Court Order 4-24-2020

Judge Dan Michael's Concerns and Suggestions to Increase In-Person Court Hearings 4-20-2020

Responsibilities & Organization


Juvenile justice initiatives overseen by Shelby County Juvenile Court include:

  • Assessment screening for juveniles detained for serious offenses
  • Evaluation referrals for youth affected by mental health issues and substance abuse

Juvenile Court has eight courtrooms where juvenile and child support cases are heard.
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As part of the Court's agreement with The United States Department of Justice the Court, in conjunction with the Shelby County IT Department, has created a "Data Dashboard." The dashboard is designed to provide information about the Court's progress with the agreement with the DOJ.

JUVENILE COURT DATA DASHBOARD
 
LETTER TO CHAIRMAN VAN TURNER 10-22-18

LOCAL 24 NEWS - PLANNING FOR NEW JUVENILE JUSTICE FACILITY
 https://www.localmemphis.com/news/local-news/shelby-county-mayor-harris-wants-13-million-to-start-planning-for-new-juvenile-justice-facility/1694535424
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 For information on DOJ Compliance click on the Department of Justice Compliance Page link on the left of this page.

Additional Resources

JC Newsletter

State of the Court Address 1-24-2020