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Rutherford County District Attorney's Show: From Trials to Teaching - Prosecutors, Students, and the Law in Action

Oct 03, 2025 at 07:30 am by WGNS News

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Today’s show takes listeners inside the Rutherford County District Attorney’s Office with host retired Assistant District Attorney J. Paul Newman. District Attorney General Jennings Jones shares the latest news from local courts, including recent trials, convictions, and upcoming judicial actions. Assistant District Attorney Trevor Lynch leads a group of law students as they explore Tennessee laws and courtroom practices, giving the public unique insights into how justice is carried out locally. Also joining the discussion is retired District Attorney Bill Whitesell, reflecting on his decades of service and thousands of cases that shaped Rutherford County’s legal history. This episode offers a rare, behind-the-scenes look at how prosecutors, students, and veteran attorneys work together to uphold the rule of law.