U.S. Justice Department accused Lauderdale County of violating rights of pupils . Federal officials : Juveniles accused of sexual offenses are jailed , not given due process . African - Americans and children with disabilities are most affected . In 2010 , the county filed a separate class - action lawsuit and sought juvenile justice reforms .
U.S. Justice Department accuses Lauderdale County of violating rights of pupils . Federal officials : Juveniles accused of school offenses are jailed , not given due process . African-Americans and children with disabilities are most affected . In 2010 , the county settled a separate class-action suit and pledged juvenile justice reforms .