A: Gang membership is not reducible to a single risk factor (e.g., single-parent household), since some youth with the risk factor may not join a gang, and some youth without the risk factor may join.

A: The effects of risk factors for gang involvement do not vary with age, according to one study. This finding suggests that communities should develop programs and strategies to target at-risk youth and gang-involved individuals at all ages and risk levels.

A: Juvenile delinquency is a major factor in gang membership.

A: 1. Look for signs of gang involvement such as graffiti, clothing, and symbols.

2. Be aware of changes in your child's behavior, including truancy, drug use, and violence.

3. Talk to your child about the dangers of gangs and provide support and guidance.

4. Seek professional help if you are concerned about your child's involvement in a gang.

A: You need to be a member of RISS or LEEP in order to access the training.

A: Lock your doors and windows, don't leave valuables in plain view in your car, install motion sensor lighting and consider an alarm system.

A: The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office offers both sworn and non-sworn positions. You can find out about testing dates and apply on-line on our website.

A: Children join gangs for a sense of power, excitement, recognition, or prestige.

A: It's a form of communication for gangs.

A: Don't negotiate with terrorists or criminals, don't give them any attention, be firm and decisive, and be fair.

A: Yes, a landlord can be held liable for crimes committed at their rental property if they were aware of the criminal activity and did not take steps to stop it.



Yes, a landlord can be held liable for crimes committed at their rental property if they were aware of the criminal activity and did not take steps to stop it. This is known as the landlord's "duty to protect" their tenants from foreseeable harm. If the landlord knew or should have known that there was a risk of

A: 1. Keep the property well-lit, both inside and out.

2. Install security cameras and/or an alarm system, and make sure they are in good working order.

3. Screen all prospective tenants carefully, using a thorough application process that includes a criminal background check.

4. Keep the property well-maintained, both inside and out.

5. Cooperate with law enforcement if and when a crime does occur on the premises.

A: A landlord can evict a tenant for drug dealing, but the landlord must follow all the rules and procedures set forth in state and local laws.

The Landlord's Right to Evict

Landlords can evict drug-dealing tenants. In most cases, the landlord must first give the tenant a written notice to stop the illegal activity or move out. If the tenant doesn't comply, the landlord can file an eviction lawsuit in court.

In some states, however, the

A: It takes a special person to be a Reserve Law Enforcement Deputy Sheriff. The requirements are the same as a full-time officer.

A: The Shelby County Sheriff's Office Volunteer Services division is looking for men and women to serve in their Emergency Services or Community Services.

A: Make a complaint to the Bureau of Professional Standards & Integrity if you believe you have been mistreated by a Shelby County, Tennessee deputy.