Nashville asked a judge to make the state explain why sentenced inmates aren’t being moved — the backlog is hitting local jails and budgets.

NashvillePost.com: Legal Notes: Metro files court motions over state custody of jail inmates

Metro Nashville has filed court motions accusing the state of failing to take custody of inmates. Officials said the delay has cost the city more than $5 million a year and worsened jail overcrowding.

WZTV Fox 17: Nashville files court motion over TDOC's refusal to pick up sentenced inmates

Nashville files court motion over TDOC's refusal to pick up sentenced inmates

Hoodline: Nashville Slams State Over Prisoner Backlog as City Jails Hit Breaking Point

Nashville Slams State Over Prisoner Backlog as City Jails Hit Breaking Point

Legal Notes: Metro files court motions over state custody of jail inmates

NewsChannel 5 Nashville: Metro Nashville files court motions over state inmate custody delays

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