Another lawsuit challenges use of ‘threats of mass violence’ law to arrest students in school

Williamson County Courthouse is seen in Franklin, Tenn. A Williamson County family is suing the school board over a zero tolerance policy they say was unfairly used to punish their teen son. (Tennessee Lookout Photo by John Partipilo)
Williamson County Courthouse is seen in Franklin, Tenn. A Williamson County family is suing the school board over a zero tolerance policy they say was unfairly used to punish their teen son. (Tennessee Lookout Photo by John Partipilo)

A Williamson County family is suing the county board of education and district attorney, alleging they falsely accused and prosecuted their teenage son for making threats of mass violence at school.

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