# @unapologeticallymemphis on Instagram

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- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DDuWNv_xcKK
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/25541295-unapologeticallymemphis-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2024-12-18T15:08:03.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Unapologetically Memphis (@unapologeticallymemphis) — https://gondola.cc/unapologeticallymemphis

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What is a Consent Decree? And Why Memphis Hasn’t Signed Yet

A consent decree is a court-enforced agreement between a city and the DOJ to address federal law violations or civil rights abuses. It ensures accountability and progress through judicial oversight.

Mayor Paul Young and his administration declined to sign a consent decree before reading the DOJ’s full report. While he hasn’t ruled it out for the future, the focus now is on exploring other ways to create a reform plan in partnership with the community and the DOJ.

Why the hesitation?
Consent decrees can be incredibly costly for cities, and the administration is seeking to develop a plan that works effectively for Memphis without placing undue financial strain on the community.

What’s your take—should Memphis commit to a consent decree, or try a different path for reform?

#Memphis #ConsentDecree #DOJ #MPDReform #CivilRights

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memphis, mpdreform, consentdecree, civilrights, doj

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