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Attorney General Drummond comments on Littlejohn execution
Attorney General Gentner Drummond commented today on the execution of Emmanuel Littlejohn, who was convicted and sentenced to death for the murder of Kenny Meers during a convenience store robbery in June 1992.
Arkansas Supreme Court dismisses driver’s license gender ID lawsuit
The Arkansas Supreme Court has dismissed a lawsuit challenging the state's emergency rule on driver’s license gender identification. The order was issued in the case of Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration v. Gallagher.
Cook County man charged with using stolen IDs for vehicle purchases
Attorney General Kwame Raoul has charged a Cook County man for allegedly using stolen personal identification information to acquire over $620,000 in vehicles from dealers across Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan. The vehicles were later sold on Facebook Marketplace.
Nine apply for county court judge position in Nebraska's 10th Judicial District
Nine individuals have applied for the position of County Court Judge in Nebraska's 10th Judicial District. The applicants are Cassie L. Baldwin from Hastings, Melodie L. Bellamy from Kearney, Sara J. Bockstadter from Kenesaw, Patrick J. Calkins from Alma, Jaclyn N. Daake from Alma, Natalie G. Nelsen-Pacey from Holdrege, Kane M. Ramsey from Kearney, John A. Sauder from Holdrege, and Henry C. Schenker from Hildreth.
Louisiana Supreme Court mourns death of retired justice Marcus R. Clark
Retired Louisiana Supreme Court Justice Marcus R. Clark passed away on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, in Gainesville, Georgia. He was 68 years old.
Court releases new opinions on September appeals
The court has released new opinions on September 26, 2024, covering various appeals and disciplinary actions.
Lawsuit filed against Colorado school district over alleged retaliation after diversity training comments
America First Legal (AFL) has initiated legal proceedings against the Cherry Creek School District and several of its senior administrative officials. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado, alleges that the district retaliated against an employee for expressing his views on race during a mandatory diversity training session, thus violating his First Amendment rights.
Justice Department announces measures to improve firearm background checks
The Justice Department has announced several measures aimed at improving firearm background checks and reducing gun violence. The Department is releasing model legislation and information to help states share juvenile criminal history and mental health records with the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) for firearm background checks. Additionally, over $200 million in new grant funding for gun violence prevention has been unveiled, along with new resources for law enforcement, including training and funding guidance.
Pandora Garcia appointed as new Dundy County Court Clerk Magistrate
Pandora Garcia has been selected to serve as the Dundy County Court Clerk Magistrate in Benkelman. Her official work as Clerk Magistrate will begin on November 1, 2024.
New lawyers sworn in at state capitol ceremony
A new group of lawyers has been admitted to the bar in a ceremony held at the state capitol's House Chambers. The event took place on September 26, 2024.
America First Legal investigates FCC's approval process for Soros' purchase of Audacy
America First Legal (AFL) has initiated an investigation into the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) apparent expedited approval of Soros Fund Management LLC’s acquisition of a significant stake in Audacy, Inc., a major U.S. radio network.
Charlotte Triage Pro Bono Project Celebrates Sixth Anniversary
The Charlotte Triage pro bono partnership marked its sixth anniversary on Sept. 18, 2024, with a networking reception and CLE training sessions for legal professionals from across the region.
Further information on Suspicious Death Investigation in Littleton, New Hampshire
Attorney General John M. Formella, New Hampshire State Police Colonel Mark B. Hall, and Littleton Police Chief Paul J. Smith announce further information on an overnight shooting in Littleton, New Hampshire that resulted in one adult male being killed.
State Board of Medical Examiners Revokes License of Tri-State Doctor Whose Practice of Aesthetic Medicine Allegedly Posed Grave Risk to Public
Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs (“Division”) announced today that the State Board of Medical Examiners (“the Board”) permanently revoked the license of an Essex County physician who allegedly traveled to dozens of offices in New Jersey and neighboring states to perform invasive aesthetic procedures with inadequate formal training and little regard for the health and safety of his patients.
Attorney General Alan Wilson joins comment letter to stop California’s electric-truck mandate
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson joined a comment letter that asks the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to maintain a federal legal block on California’s Advanced Clean Fleets regulation.
Foreign mining company caught in South Carolina's asbestos machine must go to trial in February
COLUMBIA, S.C. (Legal Newsline) - The judge in charge of South Carolina’s swelling asbestos docket agreed to delay a trial against Anglo American and its De Beers diamond unit over whether they participated in a decades-long scheme to hide assets from U.S. plaintiffs but rejected Anglo American’s central argument, which is that the U.K. mining giants shouldn’t be in her courtroom at in the first place.
Estate Planning and Administration Institute Part 2 on September 26, 2024
This second session, on September 26, will focus on the issues that arise after death in the administration of estates, including steps that can be taken to deal with tax challenges or disputes, agreements among beneficiaries and potential litigation or disputed matters.
AG’s Office Investigating Death Following Police Encounter in Bayonne, N.J.
The Attorney General’s Office of Public Integrity and Accountability (OPIA) is investigating a death following a police encounter that occurred on September 16, 2024, in Bayonne, New Jersey.
Nebraska Human Trafficking Task Force Summit Building Statewide Collaboration
Attorney General Hilgers is pleased to announce a successful Nebraska Human Trafficking Task Force Summit was hosted in Kearney, Nebraska this week. Over 200 people attended the event to help combat human trafficking in Nebraska.
Anthony Peterson Sentenced to 30 Years for Murder of Brett Allen in Fairbanks
Superior Court Judge Brent Bennett sentenced 47-year-old Anthony Peterson to 30 years of active incarceration for the murder of 18-year-old Brett Allen.