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Coalition supports Pennsylvania's age-based firearm restrictions in court
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has joined a coalition of 19 attorneys general in filing a brief to support Pennsylvania's petition for rehearing en banc in the case of Lara v. Commissioner of Pennsylvania State Police.
Federal grand jury indicts three illegal aliens on various charges
A federal grand jury in Louisville, Kentucky, has returned indictments against three individuals for federal criminal offenses.
Attorney General James comments on court ruling supporting state ethics board
New York Attorney General Letitia James issued a statement after the state Court of Appeals affirmed the constitutionality of the state's Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (COELIG).
Attorneys general issue guidance on workplace diversity and inclusion policies
Attorney General Clark has collaborated with a group of 15 attorneys general to provide guidance for businesses, nonprofits, and organizations on diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) in the workplace.
Illinois AG settles unpaid overtime case with cleaning firm
Attorney General Kwame Raoul has announced a settlement with Quality Leaders, Inc., also known as Wilmette Maids, a residential cleaning company in Wilmette, Illinois.
Former NY man pleads guilty to perjury after lying during fraud trial
Michael W. Luehrsen, a 41-year-old resident of Miami, Florida, has pleaded guilty to perjury in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of New York.
Michigan AG resolves probe into deceptive marketing practices
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has reached agreements with Baker’s Best Health and its twin company, American Master Products, following an investigation into their business practices.
New Orleans woman convicted for armed robberies at Igor's Lounge
Deborah Cooper, a 54-year-old resident of New Orleans, has been convicted on all charges related to two robberies that occurred in 2022 at Igor's Lounge.
Charleston man sentenced for role in major methamphetamine trafficking operation
Tres Avery Davis, a 36-year-old resident of Charleston, West Virginia, has been sentenced to 14 years in prison followed by four years of supervised release.
Long Beach man pleads guilty in fatal marijuana deal robbery
A Long Beach resident, Mateo Paul, 22, has admitted guilt in federal court for his involvement in a deadly armed robbery during a marijuana transaction in Inglewood.
Georgia man sentenced for shooting at state patrol officer
Montrez Ballard has been sentenced to ten years in prison after firing a machine gun at a Georgia State Patrol officer.
Supreme Court issues notices for comments on rule amendments
Notices of comment have been released by the Supreme Court concerning two specific matters.
Missouri man sentenced for child sex crimes under Project Safe Childhood
A Missouri man, Andrew Haller, has been sentenced to 25 years in prison by U.S. District Judge Sarah E. Pitlyk for engaging in sexual activity with a minor and other related offenses.
Ken Paxton challenges Biden administration's transgenderism-as-disability rule
Attorney General Ken Paxton continues his legal challenge against a rule from the Biden Administration that would classify "gender dysphoria" as a disability.
Attorney General Bonta files felony charges against gun show trader
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has announced the arrest and filing of felony charges against a suspect accused of operating an illegal assault weapon manufacturing operation from his garage in Roseville.
Health Net and Centene settle over false cybersecurity claims
Health Net Federal Services Inc. (HNFS) and its parent company, Centene Corporation, have agreed to pay $11,253,400 to settle allegations of non-compliance with federal cybersecurity requirements.
Will Thompson concludes tenure as U.S. Attorney for Southern District of West Virginia
Will Thompson has concluded his service as the United States Attorney for the Southern District of West Virginia.
Oklahoma grand jury indicts two for illegal marijuana and gambling operations
Two individuals have been indicted following the unsealing of Multi-County Grand Jury charges in Oklahoma City.
U.S. Attorney Jesse Laslovich departs after notable tenure combating crime in Montana
The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Montana has announced that Jesse Laslovich, who has served as the chief federal law enforcement officer since June 2022, has stepped down from his position.
Lexington County man charged with crimes against minors
A Lexington County man has been arrested on charges related to the sexual exploitation of minors, according to an announcement by South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson.