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Attorney General Uthmeier announces conservative attorneys for transition team
Attorney General James Uthmeier has announced the formation of a transition team comprising conservative attorneys to assist with his administration's transition activities.
Yakima businessman sentenced to 30 years for child sexual abuse material offenses
David Roger Franklin, a businessman from Yakima, Washington, has been sentenced to 30 years in federal prison for crimes involving child sexual abuse material.
Bradenton man receives over seven-year sentence for firearms and narcotics offenses
A Bradenton man, Terry Lavon McDonald Jr., has been sentenced to seven years and six months in federal prison. U.S. District Judge Mary S. Scriven delivered the sentence for multiple offenses, including possession of a firearm or ammunition by a...
Baltimore City District Court Re-Entry Project celebrates its 11th graduation
On February 21, 2025, the Baltimore City District Court Re-Entry Project (DCREP) will celebrate its 11th graduation ceremony.
Two sentenced in ESA fraud case involving over $196K
Attorney General Kris Mayes has announced the sentencing of two individuals involved in a fraud case related to the Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA) Program.
Drummond calls for Senate action on HALT Fentanyl Act
Attorney General Gentner Drummond is spearheading efforts to address the fentanyl crisis by urging the U.S. Senate to pass legislation aimed at closing a significant drug trafficking loophole.
Ecuadorian man sentenced for conspiracy involving misbranded prescription drugs
An Ecuadorian man, Daniel Pinos, has been sentenced for his involvement in a scheme to introduce misbranded prescription drugs into the United States.
Attorney General Clark supports effort to overturn Trump's refugee ban
Attorney General Charity Clark has aligned with 18 other attorney generals to support the reversal of President Trump's refugee ban.
Two men indicted on methamphetamine distribution charges in Utah
A federal grand jury in Salt Lake City has indicted two men on charges related to methamphetamine distribution in Utah.
Chief Justice Clement announces resignation from Michigan Supreme Court
Michigan Supreme Court Chief Justice Elizabeth T. Clement announced her decision to step down from her position no later than April 30, 2025.
Suburban Chicago man faces federal charges for firearms and drug trafficking
A federal grand jury has charged Efrain Jacobo, a resident of Prospect Heights, Illinois, with trafficking firearms and drugs.
April M. Leon named acting U.S. attorney for Middle District of Louisiana
April M. Leon has been appointed as the Acting United States Attorney for the Middle District of Louisiana, succeeding Ronald C. Gathe, Jr., who served in the role since 2021.
McAllen man receives lengthy sentence for child exploitation offenses
A McAllen resident has been sentenced to over 33 years in prison for crimes involving the enticement of a minor and the production of child sexual abuse material. U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei announced that Christian Hanks, aged 29, pleaded...
Former Newport Beach doctor pleads guilty to child pornography charges
A former gynecologist from Newport Beach has pleaded guilty to federal charges related to the possession of child sexual abuse material (CSAM).
Jamaican citizen pleads guilty to illegal reentry into US after deportation
A Jamaican citizen, Marlon Hodges, also known as "Michael Stewart," has pleaded guilty to illegally reentering the United States after being deported in 2016.
WNY Medical settles Medicare billing allegations with $251K payment
Western New York Medical P.C. has agreed to pay $251,477 to settle allegations under the False Claims Act concerning improper billing practices related to Medicare.
Missouri couple charged with abduction and sexual abuse of minor
A couple from Springfield, Missouri, Justin Johiah Curtright, 40, and Christin Marie Curtright, 32, have been arrested and charged with transporting a minor across state lines for the purpose of engaging in criminal sexual activity.
Palmdale man indicted on charges involving child pornography
A Palmdale resident is set to appear in court following a federal grand jury indictment on charges related to child pornography and enticement of minors.
Mexican national sentenced for meth distribution conspiracy in Nebraska
Rodrigo Marrufo-Pineda, a 34-year-old from Zitacuaro, Michoacan, Mexico, has been sentenced to 46 months in federal prison for conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine.
Valrico man convicted for drug trafficking conspiracy in Florida
A federal jury has convicted Tryon Metteria Byrd IV of Valrico for conspiring to distribute methamphetamine and cocaine.