A former Jackson Community College student who received an involuntary mental assessment is expected to get a $40,000 settlement from Jackson County in the case.
The our media partners at the Jackson Citizen Patriot reports county commissioners approved the settlement after meeting in closed session Tuesday.
47-year-old Michael Oliver of Jackson had sued in federal court, seeking damages.
Oliver, who is black, was unhappy last year with the college's handling of complaints he made about racial harassment in the classroom.
During a phone conversation with college employees, Oliver made statements they construed as threats.
Oliver denied he threatened anyone.
College staff called police and deputies took Oliver in handcuffs for a mental evaluation.
Under an agreement, the school also is expected to pay an undisclosed settlement.
