TDOC and Jackson Police Department to Host First Focused Deterrence Call-In

Tuesday, February 18, 2020 | 09:08am

JACKSON – On Tuesday, February 18, 2020, the Tennessee Department of Correction and Jackson Police Department will host the first Focused Deterrence Call In for individuals who have repeated violent offenses.

In an effort to reduce recidivism, 10 offenders were selected by a panel of community members; those selected individuals will attend the first call-in at the Civic Center in Jackson.  They will meet with law enforcement, prosecutors and community leaders and offered incentives to give those individuals opportunities to stop the cycle of crime.

WHAT:   Jackson Focused Deterrence Call In

WHEN:  Tuesday, February 18, 2020; at 6:00 p.m.

WHERE:  Civic Center, 400 South Highland Avenue, 3rd Floor Mezanine, Jackson, TN 38301

Media wanting to cover the event should call Tylee Tracer at (629) 215-0284 or email tylee.tracer@tn.gov.