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Brevard County man receives over 16 years for meth distribution
U.S. District Judge Paul G. Byron has sentenced Joseph Michael Schneider, a 58-year-old resident of Cocoa, Florida, to 16 years and 8 months in federal prison.
Tennessee Supreme Court upholds enforceability of education program contract
The Tennessee Supreme Court has issued an opinion in the case of Pharma Conference Education, Inc. v. State, rejecting the State of Tennessee's claim that its contract with Pharma was unenforceable due to being illusory.
Tolleson man faces multiple charges including threats against President-elect
On Tuesday, a federal grand jury indicted Manuel Tamayo-Torres of Tolleson on several charges.
Port St. Lucie gun dealer pleads guilty to failing proper record-keeping
Michael John Pellicione, a 76-year-old firearms dealer from Port St. Lucie, Florida, has pleaded guilty to a five-count indictment related to improper record-keeping of gun sales.
Merrick Garland highlights efforts against violent crime in Oregon
Attorney General Merrick B. Garland addressed the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Oregon, expressing gratitude to federal, state, and local law enforcement partners.
Miami men convicted for kidnapping resulting in deaths
James Edward Daniels and Frederick Eugene Rudolph, both residents of Miami, were found guilty on December 17 for their involvement in a kidnapping conspiracy that resulted in death.
Dentist agrees to pay $120K penalty over controlled substances act violations
Dr. Donald J. Dinello, a dentist with practices in Harrisburg and Hershey, Pennsylvania, has agreed to pay $120,000 in civil penalties for alleged violations of the Controlled Substances Act (CSA).
New York man pleads guilty in Maine drug trafficking case
A New York man, Kenneth Adams, has pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court in Portland to charges of distributing controlled substances and possessing them with the intent to distribute.
Roseville man sentenced to nearly six years for ammunition possession
Arnes Krajinic, a 33-year-old resident of Roseville, was sentenced to five years and ten months in prison for being a felon in possession of ammunition.
Dutch national sentenced for laundering drug money through US banks
Xiomara Christian, a 37-year-old resident of Amsterdam, The Netherlands, has been sentenced to 33 months in prison for her involvement in a money laundering conspiracy.
Baltimore courts closed after legionella bacteria detected
The Baltimore City Circuit and District Courts are addressing a Legionella bacteria issue that has led to the temporary closure of several courthouses.
Christopher R. Kavanaugh resigns as U.S. attorney for Western District of Virginia
Christopher R. Kavanaugh has announced his resignation as the United States Attorney for the Western District of Virginia, effective December 20, 2024.
Oklahoma AG questions Stitt's budget accuracy; calls for legislative role
Attorney General Gentner Drummond has expressed his lack of confidence in the budget numbers presented by the Stitt Administration.
Former police officer charged with student abuse at Scranton high school
Attorney General Michelle Henry and the Pennsylvania State Police have announced charges against a former Lackawanna County police officer.
Dayton man faces federal charges for string of armed robberies
A Dayton man, Timothy Farr, 43, appeared in federal court on December 19, facing charges related to a series of armed robberies.
New California law strengthens flavored tobacco ban enforcement
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has issued guidance to businesses in anticipation of the new flavored tobacco enforcement law set to take effect on January 1, 2025.
Anchorage man charged with multiple counts related to child pornography
An Anchorage man was taken into custody at his home on charges related to child sexual abuse materials (CSAM).
U.S. Attorney's Office secures deal ensuring voter access for disabled in Washoe County
The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Nevada has reached an agreement with the Washoe County Board of Commissioners to address physical barriers at polling sites identified during a compliance review.
Queensbury man sentenced for leading SEFCU bank fraud conspiracy
Evan Cutler, a 25-year-old resident of Queensbury, New York, has been sentenced to 44 months in prison for his involvement as a ringleader in a bank fraud conspiracy targeting SEFCU.
Tennessee Supreme Court raises attorney registration fees after fifteen years
The Tennessee Supreme Court has announced an increase in the annual registration fee for attorneys, marking the first such adjustment in 15 years.