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Moretown man charged with attempted luring of a minor
Christopher Camp, a 33-year-old resident of Moretown, Vermont, has been arraigned on charges related to child luring and violating conditions of release.
Lexington man charged with distributing child sexual abuse material
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has announced the arrest of Jared Allen Harmon, a 22-year-old resident of Lexington, South Carolina.
Georgia Supreme Court schedules special session at Georgia State University
The Supreme Court of Georgia is set to conduct its first day of November oral arguments at the Georgia State University College of Law on Tuesday, November 5.
Attorneys general support LGBTQ+ workplace rights in Ninth Circuit case
California Attorney General Rob Bonta, along with 20 other attorneys general, has submitted an amicus brief in the case of McMahon v. World Vision, Inc., advocating for LGBTQ+ rights in the workplace.
America First Legal investigates alleged leaks tied to Biden-Harris administration
America First Legal (AFL) has initiated a comprehensive investigation into the Biden-Harris Administration's alleged connections with the Iranian regime.
Five sentenced for plot targeting US energy facilities linked to white supremacy
Jordan Duncan, 29, from Bailey, North Carolina, has been sentenced to seven years in prison for manufacturing a short barrel rifle.
Groton man faces multiple charges related to child exploitation
Mark Bissonnette, a 54-year-old resident of Groton, Vermont, was arraigned on Thursday facing six felony counts and three misdemeanor counts of possession of child sexual abuse materials.
Attorneys general file brief supporting Keeping Families Together program
Attorney General Kwame Raoul, alongside a coalition of 20 attorneys general, has filed an amicus brief in support of the Keeping Families Together (KFT) program.
Texas Supreme Court notified about attempt by representative to influence judge
The Office of the Attorney General has brought to the attention of the Texas Supreme Court an incident involving Representative Jeff Leach.
Troutman Pepper’s Brett Ashton Mason Honored with Richard H. Krochock Award by DRI for Exemplary Leadership and Mentorship
Brett Ashton Mason, a partner in Troutman Pepper’s Health Sciences Litigation Practice Group, has been awarded the Richard H. Krochock Award by DRI.
Holland & Knight Honored with Ally of the Year Award from the Asian American Lawyers Association of Massachusetts
The Asian American Lawyers Association of Massachusetts (AALAM) presented Holland & Knight with the second annual Ally of the Year award at the AALAM 40th anniversary gala on October 16 at the Westin Copley Place in Boston.
Attorney General Drummond announces capture of two most wanted fugitives
Two fugitives on Attorney General Gentner Drummond's Most Wanted List have been apprehended.
Greenwood man charged with exploiting minors through CSAM
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Lawson Tate Still, a 21-year-old resident of Greenwood, South Carolina.
Coalition supports keeping families together program amid legal challenge
New York Attorney General Letitia James has spearheaded a coalition of 20 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief in the case of Texas v. DHS.
Statewide expansion announced for Florida's First Responder Hope Line
On National First Responders Day, a significant development was announced regarding the mental health support available to first responders in Florida.
California issues guidelines on third-party ballot collection ahead of general election
Ahead of the upcoming General Election on November 5, 2024, California Attorney General Rob Bonta has released a bulletin detailing the state's laws regarding third-party collection of voter ballots and the use of unofficial ballot drop-off...
Dan Engemann appointed director of policy by Missouri Attorney General
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has announced the appointment of Dan Engemann as the new Director of Policy and Outreach for his office.
Bluffton man charged with child sexual abuse material offenses
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has announced the arrest of Rio Dirk Mahealani N. Galiza, a 33-year-old resident of Bluffton, South Carolina.
Nicholas Gracely convicted in South Carolina drug trafficking investigation
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced that Nicholas Gracely was convicted by a Greenville County jury on October 22, 2024.
Tennessee Supreme Court allows out-of-state lawyers to aid flood victims
The Tennessee Supreme Court has issued an order permitting out-of-state attorneys to provide free legal services to residents affected by severe flooding in East Tennessee.