NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — James Moore, previously incarcerated for the killing of Danny Davis, is once again facing serious charges, this time for allegedly shooting a 22-year-old while out on parole.
The case has sparked public concern and renewed questions about how Tennessee’s parole system works, prompting FOX 17 News to investigate the guidelines and decision-making processes behind parole eligibility and release.
According to state officials, the Tennessee Board of Parole makes parole decisions on a case-by-case basis, considering a wide range of factors beyond just time served or good behavior. These include:
- Seriousness of the offense
- Time served
- Risk and needs assessments
- Institutional record
- Victim input
- Statements from the offender and other interested parties
Despite the common perception that parole is granted primarily based on good behavior, that is not always the case. TDOC tells FOX 17 News that Moore had multiple infractions for violating TDOC and institutional policies while incarcerated…