TBA Law Blog


Posted by: Paul Burch on Jun 22, 2023

The African American Clergy Collective of Tennessee held coordinated news conferences in Nashville, Knoxville, Chattanooga and Memphis on Wednesday urging that gun violence be considered a "public health crisis," reports the Commercial Appeal. In Memphis, Shelby County Commissioner Erika Sugarmon spoke about the upcoming referendum scheduled for October 5 that will challenge recent state legislation that removed requirements for gun permits and background checks. "This referendum … states that individuals must have a permit to carry firearms," said Sugarmon. A recent survey by the Daily Memphian confirmed that crime is a big concern in Shelby County, noting that 52% of Shelby County respondents say they have considered leaving the area because of crime.