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Posted by: Azya Thornton on Oct 8, 2025

Shelby County District Attorney Steve Mulroy said he is considering establishing a night court to handle an anticipated surge in arrests from the federal Memphis Safe Task Force. Mulroy said the plan could be implemented within two weeks and operated at a low cost if the task force’s presence lasts no more than 60 days, according to the Citizen Tribune. The proposal would require cooperation from the sheriff’s and public defender’s offices to provide bailiffs, defense counsel and a judicial commissioner. Mulroy said the move could prevent the court system from becoming overwhelmed as daily arrests increase.