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Juvenile court supervisor sought for Mandan district
The North Dakota Juvenile Court is seeking a qualified individual for the position of Juvenile Court Supervisor in Mandan, ND.
South Florida residents receive federal prison sentences for distributing deadly drugs
Four South Florida residents have been sentenced to federal prison for their involvement in distributing fentanyl and methamphetamine.
Federal grand jury indicts six linked to Mexican Mafia's alleged criminal activities
A federal grand jury has indicted six individuals for racketeering and controlled substance offenses in connection with the Mexican Mafia, also known as La eMe.
Kyle man faces multiple charges including assault and sexual abuse
United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell has announced the indictment of a man from Kyle, South Dakota, by a federal grand jury on multiple charges, including assault and sexual abuse.
Minnesota courts update hearing protocols with new default settings
Minnesota courts are set to implement new default hearing settings starting February 3.
Tampa man convicted for trafficking minors and producing child abuse material
A federal jury has found Dontae Dajuan Burton, a 40-year-old resident of Tampa, guilty of two counts of sex trafficking minors and one count of producing child sex abuse material.
Attorney General Bonta addresses alleged price gouging amid state emergency
California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced that the California Department of Justice has issued over 200 warning letters to hotels and landlords in Southern California accused of price gouging.
Gene Cotter appointed as new state probation administrator for Nebraska
The Nebraska Supreme Court has appointed Gene Cotter as the new State Probation Administrator.
Attorney General warns of scams during Detroit Auto Show
Scammers often target major events to steal personal and financial information, and the Detroit Auto Show is no exception.
Attorney General Marshall criticizes Biden's attempt to revive expired Equal Rights Amendment
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has issued a statement criticizing the Biden Administration's efforts to revive the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA), which he claims expired over 40 years ago.
Attorney General Mayes Announces Indictment in Drug Case, Seizure of Over 75 Pounds of Fentanyl
Attorney General Kris Mayes today announced that a Pima County Grand Jury has indicted Baltazar Quintero Bueno and Dalia Rodriguez De-Padilla on multiple felony charges for their involvement in selling and possessing over 75 pounds of fentanyl pills in the Tucson area last year.
New York man pleads guilty to using fake passports for bank fraud
A New York resident has admitted guilt in a Boston federal court to charges of using fake United States passport cards to access Massachusetts bank accounts.
Luzerne County contractor banned; ordered to pay $79K restitution
Attorney General Michelle Henry has announced a significant legal victory against Vincent Vince, owner of Independent Construction Builders, LLC.
Final member of trio sentenced for Southeast DC murder
Niko Hall, a 33-year-old resident of Washington, DC, has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for second-degree murder while armed.
Adair County resident sentenced for felony assault
Cody Wayne Tye, a 34-year-old resident of Watts, Oklahoma, has been sentenced to time served plus three years of supervised release.
Attorney General Jeff Jackson supports national drinking standards for PFAS
Today, Attorney General Jeff Jackson took steps to support the establishment of nationwide drinking standards for PFAS chemicals.
North Kingstown man receives 17-year sentence for child molestation
A North Kingstown man has been sentenced to 17 years in state prison for child molestation, according to an announcement by Attorney General Peter F. Neronha.
Term law clerk sought for U.S. District Chief Judge Peter D. Welte
The United States District Court for the District of North Dakota has announced a vacancy for a full-time Term Law Clerk position.
Fort Towson resident sentenced to life for murder
Thomas Raymond Phillips, III, a resident of Fort Towson, Oklahoma, has been sentenced to life in prison for First Degree Murder in Indian Country.
U.S. Attorney honors law enforcement personnel with public service awards
U.S. Attorney Rachelle Aud Crowe has announced the recipients of the 2024 Law Enforcement Public Service Awards, recognizing law enforcement personnel for their significant contributions to successful prosecutions in the Southern District of...