Amidst a deadly crisis in Louisville jails, the Jefferson Country Attorney is offering the chance to redocket cases with active bench warrants, with some restrictions. This will allow Kentuckians to reschedule their court appearance and set aside active bench warrants, resulting in fewer Kentuckians being jailed for low level offenses.
The ACLU of Kentucky and other community partners are holding a press conference to promote the opportunity and raise awareness.
WHAT:
Press Conference
WHO:
Community Stakeholders to End Deaths at LMDC
Speaking:
- Kungu Njuguna, ACLU of Kentucky
- Shameka Parrish-Wright, The Bail Project-Louisville, The Kentucky Alliance Against Racist & Political Repression and The Sowers of Justice Network
- Angela Rae, Louisville Metro Public Defenders
- Sadiqa Reynolds, Louisville Urban League
WHEN:
Thursday, May 12, 2022, 10:00AM ET
WHERE:
Hall of Justice
401 S Sixth St.
Louisville, KY 40202
