Homeless Man's Arrest Under Tennessee's Felony Camping Law Sparks Debate
Joseph Williams, a homeless man in Nashville, was arrested under Tennessee's felony camping law, sparking a debate over public safety and homelessness. Williams was charged with two felony counts of camping on public property and one misdemeanor count of evading arrest. The arrest occurred when officers attempted to serve him with a warrant, leading to a confrontation where Williams was tased. He later pleaded guilty to the misdemeanor charge, and the felony charges were dismissed. The case has drawn attention as Tennessee is the only state where camping on public property can be charged as a felony. 
