Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares
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Attorney General's Operation Ceasefire Secures 12 Year Sentence for Cocaine Trafficking by Mexican Drug Trafficking Organization
Attorney General Jason Miyares has announced that a Brownsville, Texas man has been sentenced to 150 months in prison for his involvement in a conspiracy to possess and distribute nearly 40 kilograms of cocaine. This conviction and sentencing is a result of the Attorney General's Operation Ceasefire initiative, which aims to address gun and gang violence through prosecution and prevention.The man, Carlos Alfonso Gonzalez, agreed with a Mexico-based source of supply to transport a load of cocaine from Houston, Texas to Richmond, Virginia. He picked up the cocaine in... -
Operation Ceasefire Secures 50 Month Sentence for Portsmouth Man Over Drug and Firearm Offenses
Attorney General Jason Miyares announced today that a Portsmouth man has been sentenced to 50 months in prison after being found guilty of illegally possessing two firearms, narcotics, and narcotics paraphernalia in a busy residential area near downtown Portsmouth. The case was prosecuted as part of Attorney General Miyares' Operation Ceasefire initiative, which aims to combat violent gun crime through rigorous prosecution and effective community prevention."This sentencing is a victory for Virginia and a warning to those who seek to destroy our communities with harmful... -
Attorney General Miyares Announces Legislative Agenda for 2024 General Assembly Session
Attorney General Miyares Announces Legislative Agenda for 2024 General Assembly SessionRICHMOND, VA – Attorney General Miyares has unveiled his legislative priorities for the upcoming 2024 General Assembly session. With a focus on bolstering the legal system, protecting victims' rights, and providing greater safeguards for vulnerable communities, Attorney General Miyares aims to create a safer and brighter future for all Virginians.In a statement, Attorney General Miyares emphasized the importance of addressing bipartisan issues that impact the lives of Virginians. He... -
Attorney General Miyares Announces Sentencing in Newport News Murder Case
Attorney General Jason Miyares announced today that Kardara Antonio Miles has been sentenced to 48 years in prison for the 2016 murder of a Newport News man. Miles was convicted of first-degree felony murder, use of a firearm in the commission of murder, robbery, and use of a firearm in the commission of robbery after a three-day jury trial in September 2023. His co-defendants, Marqui Pittman and James Miles, have already been sentenced to 48 years and 55 years respectively.The incident occurred on November 25, 2016, when Newport News police officers responded to a call... -
Attorney General Miyares Joins States in Challenging Department of Commerce’s Unlawful Race-Based ‘Best Practices’ Guidance
Attorney General Jason Miyares of Virginia has joined forces with 18 other states in criticizing the proposed "Business Diversity Principles" guidance issued by the U.S. Department of Commerce. The guidance aims to promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) in corporate America but has faced strong opposition for allegedly endorsing racial discrimination and anti-American principles.In a public comment letter, Attorney General Miyares voiced his concern over the Biden Administration's misuse of power by pushing discriminatory policies without... -
Attorney General Miyares Encourages Northern Virginia Commuters to Testify at Greenway Toll Public Hearing
Attorney General Jason Miyares is urging citizens in Northern Virginia to participate in a public hearing on January 9 to voice their opposition to proposed increases in toll rates on the Dulles Greenway. The toll road operator, Toll Road Investors Partnership II (TRIP II), is seeking approval from the State Corporation Commission (SCC) for toll increases of more than $2.00. Currently, Virginians pay $5.80 during peak traffic hours and $5.25 during off-peak hours for a standard 2-axle vehicle, and TRIP II wants to raise that to $8.10 during peak hours and $6.40 during... -
Attorney General Miyares Joins Brief Asking US Supreme Court to Hear Trump Ballot Eligibility Case
Attorney General Jason Miyares of Virginia has joined a coalition of 27 states in filing an amicus brief urging the U.S. Supreme Court to hear an appeal regarding the ballot eligibility of former President Donald Trump in the Colorado Presidential Primary Elections. The Colorado Supreme Court's decision to exclude Trump from the primary ballot is being challenged on the grounds that it violates the Fourteenth Amendment and infringes on Congress's exclusive power to determine a candidate's eligibility for office.In the amicus brief, the coalition argues that the... -
Attorney General Miyares Joins Multistate Coalition Supporting Parents' Rights in Maryland Case
Attorney General Jason Miyares of Virginia has joined a coalition of 17 states in filing an amicus brief before the U.S. Supreme Court, in support of parents' rights and against the Montgomery County, Maryland Board of Education's Parental Preclusion Policy. This policy is included in the board's "Guidelines for Student Gender Identity."The coalition, led by West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey, is opposing a decision made by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. The court ruled that a group of Montgomery County parents do not have standing to... -
Attorney General Miyares Recognizes Human Trafficking Prevention Month
In recognition of Human Trafficking Prevention Month, Attorney General Jason Miyares of Virginia is emphasizing the resources available to combat human trafficking and support survivors. The Office of the Attorney General has partnered with various organizations and agencies to provide training and broaden legislation aimed at tackling human trafficking.One of the notable partnerships is with the Commonwealth's Attorney's Services Council, the Department of Criminal Justice Services, and the Virginia State Police. Together, they have conducted first-of-its-kind training... -
Attorney General Miyares Wins Election Integrity Case Involving Voter Misinformation
Attorney General Jason Miyares has secured a victory in an election integrity case involving voter misinformation. The United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit has dismissed an appeal by Look Ahead America, Inc., a political organization that distributed false and intimidating flyers before the recent elections in Virginia.In October, Attorney General Miyares took action by sending a 'cease and desist' letter to Look Ahead America, Inc., also known as Virginia Voter Assistance, to prevent the further distribution of these misleading flyers in northern... -
Attorney General Miyares Announces Norfolk Ceasefire Conviction
Attorney General Jason Miyares announced that a federal jury convicted a Norfolk man on charges of conspiracy to commit robbery, robbery, using a firearm in relation to a crime of violence, and being a felon in possession of a firearm. The conviction came after Jamique Mays conspired with his former girlfriend, Jaclyn Inge, and a friend, Desmond Littlejohn, to rob Inge's employer, a federal firearms licensee.According to court records and evidence presented at trial, Mays, Inge, and Littlejohn drove to Inge's employer's business in Virginia Beach on October 9, 2017. They... -
Attorney General Miyares Announces $700 Million Settlement with Google over Play Store Misconduct
Attorney General Jason Miyares and a bipartisan group of 52 other attorneys general have reached a $700 million settlement with Google in their lawsuit regarding the tech giant's anticompetitive conduct with the Google Play Store. The settlement aims to address Google's manipulation of the free market and provide relief to affected developers and consumers."Ensuring big corporations are playing fair and not manipulating the free market is one of my priorities as Attorney General. Google took advantage of developers and consumers by monopolizing this niche market, breaking... -
Attorney General Miyares Issues Opinion that Prevents Insurance Companies from Discriminating Against Proton Cancer Treatment
Attorney General Jason Miyares of Virginia has issued an official Attorney General's Opinion, in response to a request from Delegate A.C. Cordoza, regarding proton radiation therapy and health insurance coverage. The opinion clarifies that Virginia law does not allow insurance carriers to deny coverage for proton radiation therapy based on a higher standard of clinical evidence than what is used for other forms of cancer radiation therapy.Proton radiation therapy is an advanced radiation technology that precisely treats tumors with minimal side effects while protecting... -
FCC Adopts New Policy to Combat Unwanted Telemarketing Robocalls and Robotexts, Attorney General Miyares Advocates for Consumer Protection
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has announced the adoption of a new policy to address the issue of unwanted telemarketing robocalls and robotexts. This policy, which was requested by Attorney General Jason Miyares of Virginia, aims to protect consumers from deceptive practices employed by lead generating businesses.Under the previous rule, consumers were often misled into consenting to receive telecommunications from a single company, only to be bombarded with numerous unwanted calls and text messages from multiple industry competitors. The FCC's new policy... -
Attorney General Miyares Sends Letter Condemning Anti-Semitism in K-12 Schools
Attorney General Jason Miyares of Virginia has taken a stand against the rise of anti-Semitism in K-12 schools. In a letter addressed to all Virginia Public School Principals and Superintendents, Miyares emphasized the importance of creating inclusive and discrimination-free environments for students.Miyares expressed concern over the increasing threats faced by Jewish families and students in the Commonwealth. He highlighted instances where biased materials were promoted, false narratives were spread, and violent anti-Jewish slogans were shouted within school premises.... -
Attorney General Miyares Joins 26-State Coalition Urging Continuation of Dakota Access
Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares has joined a 26-state coalition in urging the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to allow oil and gas to continue flowing through the Dakota Access pipeline. The coalition, led by Iowa, has sent a letter to the Corps expressing their opposition to the proposed alternatives that would require shutting down, digging up, or building additional miles for the pipeline.The Dakota Access pipeline has been in operation for over six years, safely transporting oil from North Dakota to Illinois. It has created thousands of jobs and generated... -
Attorney General Miyares Releases Ceasefire Virginia Teaser Video
Attorney General Jason Miyares of Virginia has released a teaser video for Ceasefire Virginia, a public awareness and media campaign aimed at addressing gang and violent criminal activities among young people. The video, which will be part of a digital campaign targeting YouTube and social media platforms, urges young individuals to refrain from engaging in violent activities and encourages them to report any plans of crime they come across.The teaser video cleverly plays off the recent release of the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI trailer, aiming to capture the... -
Attorney General Miyares Announces Senior Leadership Transitions
Attorney General Jason Miyares of the Commonwealth of Virginia has announced some significant senior leadership transitions within his administration. Deputy Attorney General of Criminal Justice and Public Safety Nicole Wittmann will be joining the Loudoun County Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office as Chief Deputy Commonwealth’s Attorney. In her place, Special Counsel Theo Stamos will become Attorney General Miyares' Deputy Attorney General for Criminal Justice and Public Safety.Attorney General Miyares expressed his confidence in Wittmann's abilities, stating, "Nicole has... -
Attorney General Miyares Releases Holiday Shopping Guide to Avoid Scams
Attorney General Jason Miyares of Virginia has released a holiday shopping guide video to help protect consumers from scams during the festive season. With the increase in online shopping and charitable donations, scammers are taking advantage of the stress and high volume of transactions.In the video, Attorney General Miyares emphasizes the importance of staying vigilant and safeguarding personal information while shopping for loved ones. He states, "During the holiday season, Virginians are more likely to be donating to charities and shopping online for gifts. Scammers... -
Attorney General Miyares Announces Wise County Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Methamphetamine Trafficking and Firearm Possession
Attorney General Miyares announced today that Randall Scott Hileman, a man from Wise County, Virginia, has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for distributing methamphetamine and illegally possessing firearms. Hileman pleaded guilty to multiple charges, including conspiring to distribute and possession with the intent to distribute methamphetamine, as well as possession of firearms by a convicted felon.The case was prosecuted by Special Assistant United States Attorney M. Suzanne Kerney-Quillen from the Virginia Attorney General’s Major Crimes and Emerging...