Tami Sawyer
@tamisawyer.bsky.social
Shelby County General Sessions Court Clerk | Intersection of Politics, Race, Class, Freedom, Emo R&B, the South, Memphis, and the Grizzlies
Always a joy to catch up with two leaders I deeply admire and love—Supervisor Holly Mitchell & Mayor Michael Tubbs. Their visionary leadership and unwavering compassion continue to inspire me, especially in their work advancing guaranteed income initiatives across the country.
March 2, 2025 at 6:54 PM
Always a joy to catch up with two leaders I deeply admire and love—Supervisor Holly Mitchell & Mayor Michael Tubbs. Their visionary leadership and unwavering compassion continue to inspire me, especially in their work advancing guaranteed income initiatives across the country.
As renovations and repairs continue at the Walter L. Bailey, Jr. Criminal Justice Center at 201 Poplar, courtroom changes will occur. Follow Shelby GS Clerk on Instagram and Facebook for the latest notifications. Updates for today, Tuesday, February 25, 2025.
February 25, 2025 at 3:15 PM
As renovations and repairs continue at the Walter L. Bailey, Jr. Criminal Justice Center at 201 Poplar, courtroom changes will occur. Follow Shelby GS Clerk on Instagram and Facebook for the latest notifications. Updates for today, Tuesday, February 25, 2025.
Announcement: Divisions 7 & 8 of General Sessions Criminal Court are relocated due to flooding. See new locations in the CJC (201 Poplar).
Anuncio: Las Divisiones 7 y 8 del Tribunal Penal se reubican por inundaciones. Vea las nuevas ubicaciones en el CJC (201 Poplar).
Anuncio: Las Divisiones 7 y 8 del Tribunal Penal se reubican por inundaciones. Vea las nuevas ubicaciones en el CJC (201 Poplar).
February 24, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Announcement: Divisions 7 & 8 of General Sessions Criminal Court are relocated due to flooding. See new locations in the CJC (201 Poplar).
Anuncio: Las Divisiones 7 y 8 del Tribunal Penal se reubican por inundaciones. Vea las nuevas ubicaciones en el CJC (201 Poplar).
Anuncio: Las Divisiones 7 y 8 del Tribunal Penal se reubican por inundaciones. Vea las nuevas ubicaciones en el CJC (201 Poplar).
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The General Sessions Court Clerk’s Offices will be open during regular business hours tomorrow, Thursday, February 20th from 8:00 A.M.-4:30 P.M.
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Las Oficinas de La Tribunal de Sesiones Generales estarán abiertas mañana jueves 20 de febrero de las 8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M.
The General Sessions Court Clerk’s Offices will be open during regular business hours tomorrow, Thursday, February 20th from 8:00 A.M.-4:30 P.M.
📣 Anuncio 📣
Las Oficinas de La Tribunal de Sesiones Generales estarán abiertas mañana jueves 20 de febrero de las 8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M.
February 20, 2025 at 12:40 AM
📣 Announcement 📣
The General Sessions Court Clerk’s Offices will be open during regular business hours tomorrow, Thursday, February 20th from 8:00 A.M.-4:30 P.M.
📣 Anuncio 📣
Las Oficinas de La Tribunal de Sesiones Generales estarán abiertas mañana jueves 20 de febrero de las 8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M.
The General Sessions Court Clerk’s Offices will be open during regular business hours tomorrow, Thursday, February 20th from 8:00 A.M.-4:30 P.M.
📣 Anuncio 📣
Las Oficinas de La Tribunal de Sesiones Generales estarán abiertas mañana jueves 20 de febrero de las 8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M.
Math. I did that so you don’t have to go through that. But here’s my question on this good snow day, if this is the math, where are we focusing solutions? Why are we trying to paint nails on a broken arm?
February 19, 2025 at 3:07 PM
Math. I did that so you don’t have to go through that. But here’s my question on this good snow day, if this is the math, where are we focusing solutions? Why are we trying to paint nails on a broken arm?
Snow day thoughts…I might do this all day.
February 19, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Snow day thoughts…I might do this all day.
Actualización acerca del clima de La Oficina de La Secretaria del Tribunal de Sesiones Generales: Estaremos cerrados el miércoles 19 de febrero debido al clima invernal. Resumiremos nuestro trabajo el jueves 20 de febrero. La oficina de 24/7 permanecerá abierta para servicios regulares.
February 19, 2025 at 3:43 AM
Actualización acerca del clima de La Oficina de La Secretaria del Tribunal de Sesiones Generales: Estaremos cerrados el miércoles 19 de febrero debido al clima invernal. Resumiremos nuestro trabajo el jueves 20 de febrero. La oficina de 24/7 permanecerá abierta para servicios regulares.
Shelby County General Sessions Court Clerk’s inclement weather update: We will be closed on Wednesday, February 19th due to inclement weather. We will resume normal business hours on Thursday, February 20th. The 24/7 Clerk’s office will remain open for business as usual.
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February 19, 2025 at 3:43 AM
Shelby County General Sessions Court Clerk’s inclement weather update: We will be closed on Wednesday, February 19th due to inclement weather. We will resume normal business hours on Thursday, February 20th. The 24/7 Clerk’s office will remain open for business as usual.
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Team General Sessions helped over 250 people with expungements and Drive as You Pay enrollment, giving them a fresh start. Thanks to our host, Criminal Court Clerk Heidi Kuhn, and New Direction Christian Center, we were able to support individuals in taking a positive step forward.
February 15, 2025 at 11:37 PM
Team General Sessions helped over 250 people with expungements and Drive as You Pay enrollment, giving them a fresh start. Thanks to our host, Criminal Court Clerk Heidi Kuhn, and New Direction Christian Center, we were able to support individuals in taking a positive step forward.
My statement on the events on February 4, 2025.
February 6, 2025 at 5:52 PM
My statement on the events on February 4, 2025.
#BHM - Day 2. In 1937, the Mississippi River flooded, causing historic devastation from OH to TN to MS. In Memphis, police officers raided Beale Street, taking Black men from lunch counters & clubs in their best clothes. #BlackHistory #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackHistoryYear #BlackHistory365 #Memphis
February 2, 2025 at 6:09 PM
#BHM - Day 2. In 1937, the Mississippi River flooded, causing historic devastation from OH to TN to MS. In Memphis, police officers raided Beale Street, taking Black men from lunch counters & clubs in their best clothes. #BlackHistory #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackHistoryYear #BlackHistory365 #Memphis
Happy Black History Month—every month. Black energy is everlasting. The contributions of Black people to this country & the world cannot be erased by policy or hate. Who is your favorite Black history icon? We’re honoring and building all year long. #BlackHistory #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackHistory365
February 1, 2025 at 3:37 PM
Happy Black History Month—every month. Black energy is everlasting. The contributions of Black people to this country & the world cannot be erased by policy or hate. Who is your favorite Black history icon? We’re honoring and building all year long. #BlackHistory #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackHistory365
I get asked “why are you always talking about racism. You have an easy life.”
Me: There’s no easy life for Black folks. Everything I work for could be gone tomorrow. All I have is the fight in me. I will use my voice, platform, position, words, and the freckles on my face til freedom rings or I die.
Me: There’s no easy life for Black folks. Everything I work for could be gone tomorrow. All I have is the fight in me. I will use my voice, platform, position, words, and the freckles on my face til freedom rings or I die.
January 25, 2025 at 6:12 PM
I get asked “why are you always talking about racism. You have an easy life.”
Me: There’s no easy life for Black folks. Everything I work for could be gone tomorrow. All I have is the fight in me. I will use my voice, platform, position, words, and the freckles on my face til freedom rings or I die.
Me: There’s no easy life for Black folks. Everything I work for could be gone tomorrow. All I have is the fight in me. I will use my voice, platform, position, words, and the freckles on my face til freedom rings or I die.
Due to inclement weather, the General Sessions Civil and Criminal Courts and the Clerk's Offices will be closed on Friday, January 10, 2025. The General Sessions Clerk's 24-Hour Office will remain open for bonds.
Operations will resume on Monday, January 13, 2025, at 8:00 AM.
Operations will resume on Monday, January 13, 2025, at 8:00 AM.
January 9, 2025 at 11:01 PM
Due to inclement weather, the General Sessions Civil and Criminal Courts and the Clerk's Offices will be closed on Friday, January 10, 2025. The General Sessions Clerk's 24-Hour Office will remain open for bonds.
Operations will resume on Monday, January 13, 2025, at 8:00 AM.
Operations will resume on Monday, January 13, 2025, at 8:00 AM.
New Year’s Eve is my favorite holiday. Call me Tamara Gatsby. I love the sentiment of Auld Lang Syne. Farewell 2024, you filthy animal. Hello 2025, may you be a gentle beast. Happy New Year Yall! We’ve survived the hardest of our days. Remember you’re built to survive even more. 🥂
January 1, 2025 at 7:14 PM
New Year’s Eve is my favorite holiday. Call me Tamara Gatsby. I love the sentiment of Auld Lang Syne. Farewell 2024, you filthy animal. Hello 2025, may you be a gentle beast. Happy New Year Yall! We’ve survived the hardest of our days. Remember you’re built to survive even more. 🥂
Happy Hanukkah, Merry Christmas, & Happy Kwanzaa! Grateful for our team & the chance to serve our community. Stay safe, warm, & joyous!
December 24, 2024 at 6:10 PM
Happy Hanukkah, Merry Christmas, & Happy Kwanzaa! Grateful for our team & the chance to serve our community. Stay safe, warm, & joyous!
#Memphis & #ShelbyCounty: Have a safe and joyous holiday season. The General Sessions Courts, Bail Hearing Division, and Clerk’s Offices will be closed December 24-25. Business will resume on Thursday, December 26 at 8:00 AM.
December 22, 2024 at 6:54 PM
#Memphis & #ShelbyCounty: Have a safe and joyous holiday season. The General Sessions Courts, Bail Hearing Division, and Clerk’s Offices will be closed December 24-25. Business will resume on Thursday, December 26 at 8:00 AM.
The greatest. Rest deeply Mother Nikki Giovanni. 🖤💔❤️
December 10, 2024 at 3:55 AM
The greatest. Rest deeply Mother Nikki Giovanni. 🖤💔❤️
Only a few bills have been filed for the 2025 TN Leg season. HB11/20/10 (SB5/null/6) show the legislature’s intent to increase surveillance, detention, & deportation of undocumented Tennesseans. From ⬆️ $ for the militia to special IDs (heard that before?) for non citizens. This will be a witch hunt.
December 9, 2024 at 11:26 PM
Only a few bills have been filed for the 2025 TN Leg season. HB11/20/10 (SB5/null/6) show the legislature’s intent to increase surveillance, detention, & deportation of undocumented Tennesseans. From ⬆️ $ for the militia to special IDs (heard that before?) for non citizens. This will be a witch hunt.
I have time today…#Memphis we gotta stop letting folks sell us the okie doke.
December 5, 2024 at 7:21 PM
I have time today…#Memphis we gotta stop letting folks sell us the okie doke.
While this decision may have been made prior, choosing to move forward with an announcement less than 48 hours after South Korea’s President attempted to upend its own democracy is quite the choice by Ted Townsend and @memphischamber.
December 4, 2024 at 7:25 PM
While this decision may have been made prior, choosing to move forward with an announcement less than 48 hours after South Korea’s President attempted to upend its own democracy is quite the choice by Ted Townsend and @memphischamber.
Skeephi and Happy Founders Day to the brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha! Happy 118th IceCold! 💛🖤🩷💚
December 4, 2024 at 4:39 PM
Skeephi and Happy Founders Day to the brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha! Happy 118th IceCold! 💛🖤🩷💚
Join me, Tony Allen, and friends in giving back to #Memphis by supporting The Grindfather’s Annual Christmas Toy Drive. We’re collecting new, unwrapped toys to bring joy to families in need this holiday season. Donation locations are on the flyer. Let’s give big, Memphis! 🎁 #HolidayGiving
November 28, 2024 at 2:02 AM
Join me, Tony Allen, and friends in giving back to #Memphis by supporting The Grindfather’s Annual Christmas Toy Drive. We’re collecting new, unwrapped toys to bring joy to families in need this holiday season. Donation locations are on the flyer. Let’s give big, Memphis! 🎁 #HolidayGiving
Only one Tiger is walking off the court w a W today. His name is Tom and his Daddy’s name is Anfernee. Auburn go on back to Kay Ivey and creamed corn casseroles. #Memphis
November 27, 2024 at 4:34 PM
Only one Tiger is walking off the court w a W today. His name is Tom and his Daddy’s name is Anfernee. Auburn go on back to Kay Ivey and creamed corn casseroles. #Memphis