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Ex-Judge Files Lawsuit Alleging Violations of Parental Rights Against Knox County Juvenile Court Officials

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Knoxville, Tennessee – A former judge has filed a lawsuit against a juvenile court judge and her supervisor, alleging that they violated his parental rights in a contentious case involving his children. The lawsuit underscores growing concerns about the legal authority of family courts and the protection of parental rights within the judicial system. The plaintiff, identified as a former magistrate in Knox County, claims that his rights as a parent were undermined during a court proceeding that he contends proceeded without appropriate legal grounds. The suit specifically targets the actions of Judge Kelli C. … Read more

Knox County Grand Jury Issues 14 Indictments, Covering Thefts, Drug Charges, and More

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MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — A Knox County Grand Jury issued 14 indictments in its session on June 16, addressing a variety of offenses ranging from theft to drug possession. Among those indicted are Mount Vernon residents Tiffany M. Speakman, Mika J. Wagnor, and Daniel J. Williams Jr., along with Danielle M. Hoffmeier from Fredericktown. All four face charges of theft and forgery, classified as fifth-degree felonies. The jury also charged Brian Fowler of Mount Vernon with aggravated possession of drugs, a significant second-degree felony. In a separate case, Travis L. Ratcliff, also from Mount Vernon, … Read more

Knox County Judge Steve Sword Appointed to Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals

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KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — In a notable advancement within Tennessee’s judiciary, Knox County Criminal Court Judge Steve Sword has been promoted to the state Court of Criminal Appeals. Governor Bill Lee announced Sword’s appointment this past Friday, signaling a significant step in the judge’s career, which began on the bench in 2011. At the time of his appointment, Sword was presiding over a vehicular homicide trial in the City County Building downtown, where he has developed a reputation for handling some of the region’s most challenging cases. Sword’s new role on the appellate court will have … Read more

Knox County Grand Jury Issues Multiple Indictments Including Organized Crime and Major Felonies

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Barbourville, KY — A Knox County Grand Jury delivered several indictments on October 25, involving multiple residents in serious criminal activities, ranging from organized crime to first-degree rape, as authorities deepen their crackdown on illegal operations within the community. Among those indicted was Amanda McAdams of Barbourville, who faces various charges including engaging in organized crime to traffic controlled substances and conspiracy to promote contraband. Similarly charged was George Derrick McAdams, also from Barbourville, who in addition faces a charge of being a persistent felony offender, indicating previous convictions. Ted Ray Davis, another Barbourville local, … Read more