 Gibson County Sheriff Paul Thomas is accused of profiting off the labor of jail inmates under his supervision. He pleaded not guilty to 18 charges in a court hearing Wednesday. Thomas is also facing additional charges in Davidson County, which includes Nashville. Prosecutors say the sheriff did not disclose he was an investor in three companies that provide staffing assistance to local businesses, housing to former prisoners, and transportation for work release inmates. Due to his position, Thomas was often able to direct how taxpayers