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Foreign national convicted of violating US sanctions laws
A federal jury has found Brian Assi, also known as Brahim Assi, guilty of conspiring to violate U.S. sanctions laws by attempting to export drill rigs to Iran.
Montana authorities arrest eight in human trafficking operation
The Montana Department of Justice's Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI), in collaboration with the Missoula County Sheriff's Office and the Missoula Police Department, carried out a human trafficking operation in Missoula this week.
York Co. man sentenced for possessing child sexual abuse material while on probation
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has reported that Lawrence Tafoya, a man previously on probation for possessing child sexual abuse material, has been sentenced to prison after being found with thousands more files of similar content.
Council reviews applicants for Court of Appeals vacancy
The Governor’s Council for Judicial Appointments is set to evaluate six candidates for a vacancy in the Court of Appeals Western Section.
Justice Jeffrey Funke appointed as new chief justice of Nebraska Supreme Court
The appointment of Justice Jeffrey Funke as the new Chief Justice of the Nebraska Supreme Court has been met with commendation from Attorney General Hilgers.
Floridians urged to join National Drug Take Back Day amid opioid crisis
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Attorney General Ashley Moody is encouraging Floridians to take part in the 27th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.
Arkansas attorney general announces arrest in Medicaid fraud case
Attorney General Tim Griffin announced the arrest of Victoria Smith-Williams, 36, from Conway, on a charge of Medicaid fraud.
Oklahoma Attorney General seeks Supreme Court review of anti-ESG law case
Attorney General Gentner Drummond announced plans to appeal a recent decision regarding Oklahoma's anti-ESG law to the state Supreme Court.
Bureau County man sentenced after pleading guilty to possessing child pornography
Attorney General Kwame Raoul has secured a guilty plea from Brandon Swiskoski, a resident of Spring Valley, Illinois, in a case concerning the possession of child sexual abuse material.
Loudoun County School Board faces lawsuit over free speech violations
America First Legal (AFL) has initiated legal proceedings against the Loudoun County School Board.
Statewide grand jury issues indictments for drug and robbery charges
On October 21, 2024, the Statewide Grand Jury issued indictments in two separate cases involving serious charges.
National Drug Take Back Day encourages safe disposal of unused medications
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson is urging residents to participate in the 27th National Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, October 26th.
Illinois business owner faces charges over alleged tax crimes
A federal grand jury in Chicago has indicted an Illinois business owner on charges related to tax crimes.
Justice Department monitors election law compliance in Prince George’s County
The Justice Department has announced its plans to oversee compliance with federal voting rights laws in Prince George’s County, Maryland.
Joseph Kashatok, of Kipnuk, Sentenced to 79 Years for Possession of Child Pornography
On Oct. 15, Superior Court Judge Nelson Traverso sentenced Joseph Kashatok, 67, of Kipnuk Alaska, to serve 79 years in prison for possession of child pornography.
AG Nessel Files Lawsuit Against Massachusetts Man Accused of Operating Scam Political Websites
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has filed a lawsuit (PDF) against Donald Peltier, of South Hadley, Massachusetts, for his alleged role in operating fraudulent websites claiming to be associated with the Democratic and Republican parties.
Attorney General Formella on Tigran Gambaryan: 'We must act decisively to ensure his safe return before it’s too late'
On October 18, New Hampshire Attorney General John M. Formella requested the Biden Administration's diplomatic intervention in the case of U.S. citizen Tigran Gambaryan, who has been detained in Nigeria since February.
Perri and Van Dusen Win Pre-Answer Motion to Dismiss in Federal Court on Expired Statute of Limitations Despite COVID-19 Executive Tolling and Extension Orders
On October 8, 2020, Plaintiff purchased a coffee drink at a Queens, New York Starbucks which allegedly contained foreign objects which he ingested that caused him personal injuries.
DLA Piper announces new Executive Committee
DLA Piper International today announces its new Executive Committee, appointed by International Managing Partner and Global Co-CEO Elect, Charles Severs.
Paxton sues Biden administration for refusing to verify citizenship status of potentially ineligible voters
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has sued the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary and other parties in the Biden administration for refusing to comply with federal law requiring them to assist States in verifying the citizenship status of potentially ineligible people registered to vote.