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When the System Moves Fast for Custody and Slow for Everything Else
Years after Russell Ashford pleaded guilty to brutally assaulting Antoinette Forbes, restrictions on him steadily loosened. Now Forbes is missing, Ashford faces seven firearms charges, and a family court has again been forced to confront custody of their…
Tennessee’s County-Level Gun Relinquishment Fix Highlights a Larger Due Process Debate
Tennessee is implementing changes to firearm transfer documentation for individuals with domestic violence convictions or protection orders, aiming to close loopholes and improve compliance. While advocates highlight the need for stricter enforcement,…