Tag Archives: Jason Lawson

District Attorney Jason Lawson has launched a new website designed to educate residents about court cases and the progress being made. Lawson said cases often garner a lot of attention when the crime happens and during the first court appearances. Then, as the case winds through the system, residents can often lose sight of what is happening. “Especially when you ... Read More »

A Jackson County assistant principal and teacher have pled not guilty to charges related to the paddling of a student in October. 15th District Attorney General Jason Lawson launched the investigation after complaints came in to the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department and the Department of Children Services. “After the grand jury issued the indictment their very next court date was ... Read More »

District Attorney General Jason Lawson said he took information about a Jackson County paddling incident to the Jackson County Grand Jury for a decision on charges. Dodson Branch Elementary Assistant Principal Tena Lynn and Teacher Jackson Patterson face charges following the early October paddling incident. Both were jailed Tuesday. Both have been placed on administrative leave. Lawson said the complaint ... Read More »

Jason Lawson has been appointed by the Governor as the District Attorney General for the 15th Judicial District. The 15th Judicial District includes Jackson, Macon, Trousdale, Smith and Wilson Counties. Lawson had been serving as the Pro Tem District Attorney General following the retirement of Tommy Thompson. Lawson said he is excited for the chance to fill the shoes of ... Read More »