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ATF agents recognized for victim support during Mississippi trial
Multiple agents from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) were recognized by the U.S. Attorney's Office in the Northern District of Mississippi for their efforts in supporting victims during a recent jury trial.
Ohio's House Bill 15 awaits Governor's signature, praised for energy reform
The Buckeye Institute has expressed its support following the Ohio General Assembly's approval of Ohio House Bill 15.
Former Homewood finance director sentenced for embezzling nearly $950,000
The former finance director for the City of Homewood has been sentenced to prison for embezzling nearly $950,000.
Altoona man sentenced for transporting child exploitation material
A man from Altoona, Pennsylvania, received a sentence of six-and-a-half years in federal prison followed by 20 years of supervised release, for transporting and possessing materials that depicted the sexual exploitation of a minor.
International child exploitation network dismantled by FBI
Leonidas Varagiannis, known as “War,” and Prasan Nepal, known as “Trippy,” have been charged with running an international child exploitation network called "764."
Cherokee man pleads guilty to possession of child pornography
Roger Strickland, 62, from Cherokee, Iowa, has pleaded guilty to two counts of possession of child pornography.
New Orleans resident convicted of smuggling aliens amid shooting incident near Houston
A New Orleans resident, Mailon Almendares-Martinez, aged 21, has been convicted for participating in a conspiracy to transport illegal aliens.
Elizabeth Ugarte Rios sentenced to 41 months for cyclist injury in smuggling case
Elizabeth Ugarte Rios, a Vista resident, was sentenced to 41 months in federal prison today for hitting and critically injuring a 71-year-old cyclist while transporting undocumented immigrants.
Iowa Attorney General’s Office Concludes Shelby County Officer Acted with Legal Justification in Shooting
In a report issued , the Iowa Attorney General’s Office has concluded that the March 6, 2025, fatal shooting of David Robert Plagmann by a Shelby County deputy was legally justified.
AG Labrador Joins Coalition Supporting the Creation of Second Amendment Task Force
Attorney General Raúl Labrador joined attorneys general from 26 states in a letter to Attorney General Pamela Bondi in support of the creation of the Second Amendment Task Force.
AG Campbell issues guide to combat appraisal discrimination for Massachusetts homeowners
Boston — Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell has issued the office’s first "Know Your Rights" guide targeting appraisal discrimination in Massachusetts.
Mesa man faces federal charges for alleged arson at Tesla dealership
A federal grand jury in Phoenix has indicted Ian William Moses, a 35-year-old from Mesa, Arizona, on charges related to arson at a Tesla dealership.
Anaheim man convicted for child exploitation crimes against 13-year-old victim
An Orange County resident was convicted by a jury for federal child sexual exploitation crimes.
Union County man faces charges for possession and enticement related to child pornography
A man from Union County, New Jersey, has been charged with serious crimes involving child pornography and the enticement of a minor. U.S. Attorney Alina Habba announced the charges against 26-year-old Jack Wilder of Somerville, New Jersey.
Mexican citizen sentenced for illegal US reentry after multiple deportations
A Mexican citizen has been sentenced to 37 months in federal prison for illegally reentering the United States after being removed eight times previously, according to U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei.
Vermont Supreme Court to deliberate civil procedure rules changes at advisory meeting
The Vermont Supreme Court's Advisory Committee on the Rules of Civil Procedure has planned an agenda for its meeting on May 2, 2025.
Federal charges in Alabama's largest machinegun conversion device seizure
Acting United States Attorney Kevin Davidson announced federal charges against four men involved in the largest seizure of machinegun conversion devices in Alabama's Middle District.
Hammond man admits guilt for federal controlled substances act violation
Acting U.S. Attorney Michael M. Simpson reported that Kylin Sexton, a 25-year-old resident of Hammond, has admitted guilt to charges of possession with intent to distribute a controlled dangerous substance.
Mayes urges DOJ to restore funding for Arizona law enforcement programs
Attorney General Kris Mayes has called on the U.S. Department of Justice to reinstate funding to the National Criminal Justice Association (NCJA) after recent budget cuts.
Charges of sex trafficking brought against Hardin woman in court
A woman from Hardin appeared in court today, facing charges related to sex trafficking a minor.