Ex-sheriff convicted of civil rights abuses gets prison time
A jury in October convicted Victor Hill, who was sheriff of Georgia's Clayton County, on six of seven federal charges against him. More
March 14, 2023
Victor Hill
Former Clayton County Sheriff Victor Hill was convicted of violating the rights of people in custody by strapping them into restraint chairs.
Suspended Georgia sheriff convicted of civil rights abuses
Prosecutors said Victor Hill had detainees strapped into restraint chairs for hours even though they posed no threat. More
October 27, 2022
Detainees testify in rights abuse trial of Georgia sheriff
Clayton County Sheriff Victor Hill is standing trial on federal charges that he violated the rights of seven detainees. More
October 19, 2022
Sheriff charged with civil rights violations to stand trial
Victor Hill fired 27 deputies on his first day, and his tough-on-crime stance has included using a tank owned by the sheriff's office during drug raids. More
October 12, 2022
Magistrate recommends against tossing case against sheriff
A federal magistrate judge refused to dismiss the indictment against Victor Hill, who is charged with violating detainees' civil rights. More
January 3, 2022
Georgia sheriff asks judge to dismiss charges against him
A federal grand jury indicted Clayton County Sheriff Victor Hill in April, finding he had violated the civil rights of four people at the county jail. More
November 30, 2021
Feds accused Georgia sheriff of civil rights violations
An Atlanta-area sheriff is accused of violating the civil rights of several people in his agency's custody. More
April 27, 2021