The Juvenile Court of Shelby County is committed to providing fair and effective justice for families and children, supporting a thriving community. Our mission is to deliver interventions that result in positive outcomes, addressing family matters with dignity and respect, while holding youth accountable in developmentally appropriate ways.

Temporary Locations

Due to the closure of our main building, we are currently operating from the following locations:

• 1075 Mullins Station W2 Building:

  General Information: 901-222-0800

  Protective Services Department: 901-222-0851 or 901-222-0852

  Traffic Department

• 201 Poplar Avenue, 4th Floor:

  Non-Custodial Parent's Office (NCP)

  Courtroom 4037: Child Support Contempt Hearings (1:00 pm)

• 140 Adams Avenue, 3rd Floor Supreme Court Room:

  Delinquency Out of Custody Hearings (9:00 am)

• Youth Justice Education Center (YJEC), 3420 Old Getwell Road:

  All "In Custody" Juvenile Court Hearings

Leadership

Judge Tarik B. Sugarmon was elected judge of the Juvenile Court of Memphis and Shelby County in August 2022. He presides over the major crimes docket, hears appeals from the nine lower magistrates, and oversees the administration of each court division.

Our Vision

We are dedicated to creating a fair, effective, and restorative system of justice for families and children to support a thriving Shelby County.

Our Values

• Compassion
• Integrity
• Service

For the most up-to-date information on our operations and services, please visit our official website or follow our social media platforms.