Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark
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Recent News About Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark
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Winooski resident sentenced to probation in child luring case
Anthony Weber, 30, of Winooski, Vermont, was sentenced yesterday in Vermont Superior Court, Chittenden Criminal Division, after pleading guilty to one felony count of luring a child. Judge Michael Harris presided over the sentencing on June 25, 2024. The court imposed a 10-year term of probation with conditions that Weber complete sex offender programming and restrictions on his internet access and contact with the minor victim and minors under the age of 16. If Weber violates the terms of his probation, he faces up to five years in jail. Additionally, he is required to... -
Rutland resident arraigned on felony charges related to possession of child abuse material
The Attorney General’s Office announced that Dallas Potter, 29, of Rutland, Vermont, was arraigned today on four felony counts of Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material – Second Offense. The charges are the result of an investigation conducted by the Rutland Probation & Parole Office, the Vermont Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force (VT-ICAC), including personnel from the Attorney General’s Office, Rutland City Police Department, Vermont State Police, and Homeland Security Investigations. -
Windsor resident charged with possession of child sexual abuse material
The Attorney General’s Office announced that Paul Collette, 55, of Windsor, Vermont, was arraigned today on 12 felony counts of possession of child sexual abuse material. The charges are the result of a criminal investigation conducted by the Vermont Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force (VT-ICAC), which includes personnel from the Attorney General’s Office, Homeland Security Investigations, Windsor Police Department, and Hartford Police Department. -
Bellows Falls resident sentenced to probation for possession of child sexual abuse material
The Attorney General’s Office announced that Giselle Fichter (charged as Jarrod Fichter), 35, of Bellows Falls, Vermont, was sentenced today in Vermont Superior Court, Windham Criminal Division, after pleading guilty to one felony count of possession of child sexual abuse material. The Court, Judge John Treadwell presiding, sentenced the defendant by agreement to a 10-year term of probation with conditions that she complete sex offender programming and that restrict her access to the internet and contact with minors. If Ms. Fichter violates the terms of her probation, she... -
East Montpelier resident sentenced to probation for possession of abusive material
The Attorney General’s Office announced that Harold Breer, 67, of East Montpelier, Vermont, was sentenced today in Vermont Superior Court, Washington Criminal Division, after pleading guilty to one felony count of Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material. The Court, Judge John Pacht presiding, sentenced the defendant by agreement to a 10-year term of probation with conditions that he complete sex offender programming and that restrict his access to the internet and contact with minors. If Mr. Breer violates the terms of his probation, he faces up to 5 years in jail. Mr.... -
Vermont Attorney General seeks public input on data privacy and social media use
Vermonters are being encouraged to share their thoughts and concerns regarding data privacy and their experiences as social media users. This call for public comments extends to parents and teachers of social media users as well. The feedback will be reviewed by the Attorney General’s Office, which may follow up with respondents via email. -
Attorney General responds to veto of Vermont Data Privacy Act
Attorney General Charity Clark issued a statement in response to Governor Scott’s veto of H.121, the Vermont Data Privacy Act. The bill aimed to enhance consumer privacy and implement an age-appropriate design code. -
Vermont secures $3.1 million settlement with J&J over talc product claims
Attorney General Charity Clark announced today that Vermont will receive $3.1 million over the next four years from Johnson & Johnson to resolve allegations related to the marketing of its baby powder and body powder products containing talc, which often contained asbestos. This settlement is part of a four-year, multistate investigation involving 42 other attorneys general, resulting in a total nationwide settlement amount of $700 million. -
Sheldon resident sentenced for luring a child
The Attorney General’s Office announced that William Smith, 57, of Sheldon, Vermont, was sentenced today in Vermont Superior Court, Franklin Criminal Division, after pleading guilty to one felony count of luring a child. The Court, with Judge Alison Arms presiding, sentenced Mr. Smith by plea agreement to one year in prison and a 15-year term of probation with conditions that he complete sex offender programming, have no contact with minors, and restrict his access to the internet. If Mr. Smith violates the terms of his probation, he faces up to five years in jail. Mr. Smith... -
Attorney General responds to governor's veto on restorative justice bill
Attorney General Charity Clark issued a statement in response to Governor Scott’s veto of H.645, an act relating to the expansion of approaches to restorative justice. -
Westminster resident sentenced for possession of child sexual abuse material
The Attorney General’s Office announced that Jason Muxlow, 45, of Westminster, Vermont, was sentenced today in Vermont Superior Court, Windham Criminal Division, after pleading guilty to three felony counts of possession of child sexual abuse material. The court, with Judge John Treadwell presiding, sentenced Mr. Muxlow by plea agreement to 22 months in jail, with credit for time served, and a 15-year term of probation with conditions that he complete sex offender programming, have no contact with minors, and restrict his access to the internet. If Mr. Muxlow violates the... -
Two Vermont residents sentenced for crimes involving child luring and sexual abuse material
The Attorney General’s Office announced the sentencing of two defendants today in separate cases investigated by the Vermont Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force (VT-ICAC). Jason King, 46, of St. Albans, Vermont, was sentenced today in Vermont Superior Court, Franklin Criminal Division, after pleading guilty to one felony count of luring a child and one felony count of promoting a recording of sexual conduct by a child. The court, Judge Alison Arms presiding, sentenced Mr. King by plea agreement to one year in jail and a 15-year term of probation with conditions that... -
Vermont mental health providers face lawsuits over alleged medicaid fraud
The Attorney General’s Office has filed civil enforcement actions against two Vermont Medicaid providers for alleged fraud. The lawsuits, currently pending in Vermont Superior Court, Chittenden Unit, Civil Division, were investigated and brought by the Attorney General’s Medicaid Fraud and Residential Abuse Unit (MFRAU). The cases allege separate violations of the Vermont False Claims Act. -
Barre resident charged with possession of child sexual abuse materials
The Attorney General’s Office announced that Stephen O’Keefe, 78, of Barre, Vermont, was arraigned today on five felony counts of possession of child sexual abuse materials. The charges are the result of a criminal investigation conducted by the Vermont Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force (VT-ICAC), which included personnel from the Attorney General’s Office, Homeland Security Investigations, and Burlington Police Department. -
Vermont AG investigates Live Nation and Ticketmaster for monopolistic practices
The Vermont Attorney General’s Office is conducting an investigation into Live Nation and Ticketmaster for alleged monopolistic practices and suppression of competition within the ticketing industry. The office is soliciting complaints from the public regarding high ticket prices, excessive fees, or poor service provided by these companies. -
St. George resident charged with possession of child sexual abuse material
The Attorney General’s Office announced that Christopher Newhall, 38, of St. George, Vermont, was arraigned today on three felony counts of possession of child sexual abuse material, two felony counts of use of a child in a sexual performance, and two misdemeanor counts of voyeurism. The charges brought against Mr. Newhall are the result of a criminal investigation conducted by the Vermont Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force (VT-ICAC), Homeland Security Investigations, Burlington Police Department, and Vermont State Police. -
South Royalton resident sentenced to probation for possession of child sexual abuse material
Richard Irish, 57, of South Royalton, Vermont, was sentenced today in Vermont Superior Court, Windsor Criminal Division, after pleading guilty to one count of felony possession of child sexual abuse material. Judge Heather Gray presided over the court and sentenced Irish to 10 years of probation with conditions that restrict his access to the internet and contact with minors. If Irish violates the terms of his probation, he may face up to five years in jail. Additionally, he is required to register as a sex offender until 10 years have elapsed after the completion of his... -
Milton resident arraigned on voyeurism charges following police investigation
The Attorney General’s Office announced that Jason Heath, 53, of Milton, Vermont, was arraigned today on one misdemeanor count of voyeurism. The charge brought against the defendant is the result of a criminal investigation conducted by the Vermont Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force (VT-ICAC), Homeland Security Investigations, and the Milton Police Department. -
Vermont resident arraigned on child sexual abuse material charges
The Attorney General’s Office has announced the arraignment of Wentworth C. Comes, Jr., 83, of Hancock, Vermont, on three felony counts of Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material and two misdemeanor counts. The charges against Mr. Comes are the result of a criminal investigation by the Vermont Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force (VT-ICAC), which includes personnel from the Attorney General’s Office, Homeland Security Investigations, Vermont State Police, and Randolph Police Department. -
Vermont resident sentenced for possession of child sexual abuse material
The Attorney General’s Office has announced that Everett Kidder, a 56-year-old resident of Braintree, Vermont, was sentenced today in the Vermont Superior Court, Lamoille Criminal Division. Mr. Kidder pleaded guilty to one felony count of Possession of Child Pornography, now referred to as Child Sexual Abuse Material.