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Gallaway Mayor Sues Tipton County for $3M Over Unlawful Arrest
Mayor Jamie Mayo claims deputies violated his civil rights during a traffic stop and arrest in November 2025.
Published on Feb. 9, 2026
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The mayor of Gallaway, Tennessee, Jamie Mayo, has filed a federal lawsuit against Tipton County, alleging that deputies unlawfully stopped, detained, searched, and arrested him on November 7, 2025, on a possession of a Schedule II narcotic charge, without reasonable suspicion or probable cause. Mayo is seeking $3 million in compensatory damages, along with punitive damages and attorney's fees.
Why it matters
This case raises concerns about potential civil rights violations by law enforcement and the use of 'constructive possession' charges, as well as questions about the training and supervision of deputies in Tipton County. The lawsuit also highlights the ongoing tensions between local government officials and law enforcement.
The details
According to the complaint, Mayo was a passenger in a car driving through Mason when deputies conducted a traffic stop. The lawsuit alleges Mayo was arrested under a theory of 'constructive possession' after an illegal substance was found beneath a seat, despite no officer observing him possessing or concealing narcotics. The complaint also claims video evidence contradicts statements that Mayo appeared impaired. The lawsuit further alleges that a police officer from Mason participated in the stop and search outside of his jurisdiction and that deputies omitted that involvement from official reports. Mayo claims the arrest was retaliatory, tied to a prior recommendation to terminate the officer over unrelated disciplinary concerns.
- On November 7, 2025, Mayo was stopped, detained, searched, and arrested by Tipton County deputies.
- On February 2, 2026, Mayo was arrested again after his bond was revoked due to a disputed drug screen.
The players
Jamie Mayo
The mayor of Gallaway, Tennessee, who has filed a federal lawsuit against Tipton County, alleging that deputies violated his civil rights during a traffic stop and arrest in November 2025.
Tipton County
The county in Tennessee that is being sued by Mayor Jamie Mayo for alleged civil rights violations by its deputies.
What they’re saying
“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”
— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)
What’s next
The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.
The takeaway
This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.
