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Former teacher sentenced to two decades for child pornography offenses
U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced the sentencing of Derek Hagen, a former teacher from Batavia, NY, to 20 years in prison on charges related to child pornography.
Florida man receives prison sentence for hate crime threats against CAIR Michigan
Michael Shapiro, a 73-year-old resident of West Palm Beach, Florida, was sentenced to 18 months in prison for making death threats against the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) Michigan Chapter.
Albany man charged with illegal firearm possession
Christopher Wright, a 37-year-old resident of Albany, was arrested and charged with firearms possession as a previously convicted felon.
Laredo man pleads guilty for illegal firearm acquisition after extradition
A resident of Laredo, Texas, has pleaded guilty to charges related to the illegal acquisition of firearms.
Federal air marshal charged with defrauding airline using fake military records
Matthew Podolsky, Acting United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, has announced charges against Dior Jay-Jarrett.
Columbus lawyer admits lying to FBI in trafficking probe
A former lawyer from Columbus, Ohio, Dennis W. McNamara, has entered a guilty plea in federal court for making false statements to the FBI.
Utah business owner charged with $5 million Ponzi scheme allegations
A Belgium national and Utah business owner is facing federal charges for allegedly running a $5 million Ponzi scheme.
America First Legal uncovers alleged censorship scheme involving USAID and Global Engagement Center
America First Legal (AFL) has released documents obtained through litigation against the U.S. Department of State's Global Engagement Center (GEC).
New Haven man faces federal charges for drugs and firearms
A federal grand jury in New Haven has indicted Harry Whitley, 22, on charges of drug distribution and firearm possession.
Tennessee man sentenced to prison for role in drug trafficking ring
A federal judge has sentenced Michael Bailey, 38, from Spring City, Tennessee, to 25 years in prison for his involvement in a drug trafficking operation across Tennessee.
Okmulgee resident pleads guilty to robbery and related charges in federal court
Vincent Jerome May, an Okmulgee resident, has admitted guilt to several charges before the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Oklahoma.
Attorney generals support veterans' claim for denied G.I. Bill benefits
Attorney General Dave Sunday has aligned with 52 other Attorneys General in a legal move supporting two military veterans denied full G.I. Bill education benefits by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Virginia.
Rhode Island man pleads guilty to enticement of minor and murder-for-hire plot
A Rhode Island man, Chandler J. Cardente, admitted in federal court to enticing a 12-year-old girl for sexual encounters and plotting to murder her to prevent her from testifying.
Broken Arrow man pleads guilty to registration failure as sex offender
Dale Lynn Taylor, a 59-year-old resident of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, has pleaded guilty to failing to register as a sex offender.
Attorney General Bonta supports veteran education rights in court filing
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has taken a stand for U.S. veterans and their families by filing an amicus brief in the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims.
Little Rock man receives lengthy sentence for drug distribution crimes
A Little Rock man, Marquis Hunt, has been sentenced to 30 years in federal prison after being convicted of multiple drug offenses.
Former NM House candidate convicted for shooting spree targeting officials' homes
A former candidate for the New Mexico House of Representatives has been found guilty by a federal jury for his involvement in a shooting spree targeting the homes of four elected officials.
Kevin Perez convicted for leading Sev Side / DOA street gang
Kevin Perez, also known as "Kay Flock," has been convicted for his role as the leader of the Sev Side / DOA street gang.
Court upholds California's large-capacity magazine ban as constitutional
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has announced a significant legal victory for the state's firearm safety measures.
Las Vegas man indicted for alleged possession of nearly 30 stolen firearms
A Las Vegas resident, Francisco Iniguez, appeared in court on Wednesday before United States Magistrate Judge Nancy J. Koppe.