California Attorney General Rob Bonta and New York Attorney General Letitia James have spearheaded a coalition of 14 attorneys general in filing lawsuits against TikTok, accusing the platform of violating state consumer protection laws. The legal actions, filed in Santa Clara County Superior Court, allege that TikTok exploits young users and misleads the public about its dangers. The lawsuits seek penalties and other forms of relief to address the alleged misconduct.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has announced that the California Department of Justice (DOJ) is conducting an investigation into an officer-involved shooting in Bakersfield. The incident, which occurred on October 2, 2024, at around 1:30 a.m., resulted in the death of one individual.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber held a press conference in Los Angeles to discuss voter rights and law enforcement responsibilities ahead of the November 5, 2024, general election. The officials emphasized their commitment to ensuring free and fair elections in California.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has released a report from the Department of Justice's Office of Gun Violence Prevention, addressing the state's efforts against ghost guns. These firearms are made by unlicensed individuals using products sold without background checks or serial numbers. The report provides data analysis on ghost guns recovered from crimes in California and highlights the state's response to this issue.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has urged residents who purchased gasoline in Southern California between February 20, 2015, and November 10, 2015, to submit claims for payments under a state settlement. The settlement involves gas trading firms accused of manipulating prices for California gasoline. Eligible individuals can file their claims online at www.CalGasLitigation.com.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has filed a lawsuit against AHMC Seton Medical Center, LLC (AHMC) for not adhering to conditions set by the Attorney General. These conditions required AHMC to maintain specific healthcare services at Seton Medical Center and Seton Coastside. The lawsuit, lodged in San Mateo County, claims that AHMC breached the July 27, 2020 conditions by completely closing Seton Coastside. The legal action seeks specific performance and civil penalties, as well as injunctive relief aimed at reopening Seton Coastside facilities and restoring services.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has joined a coalition of 19 attorneys general to support a Biden Administration rule aimed at expanding healthcare access for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients, also known as Dreamers. This rule will allow Dreamers to participate in the Affordable Care Act’s insurance marketplace, providing them with subsidized health coverage through California's healthcare exchange, Covered California. The UC Berkeley Labor Center estimates that approximately 40,000 uninsured Dreamers in California could benefit from this change.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has approved the waiver of notice and consent requirements for the transfer of control of St. Rose Hospital and Saint Rose Medical Building, Inc. to Alameda Health System (AHS). This decision allows both entities to come under AHS's control. Under California law, transactions involving the sale or transfer of control of a healthcare facility owned by a nonprofit corporation must receive approval or a waiver from the Attorney General.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed Assembly Bill (AB) 3218 into law, aimed at bolstering the enforcement of the state's flavored tobacco ban. This legislation grants new authority to the Attorney General's office to impose penalties on sellers who fail to comply with the ban and establishes a list of permissible unflavored tobacco products that can be sold in California.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has filed a lawsuit against Providence St. Joseph Hospital in Eureka, California. The lawsuit, submitted to Humboldt County Superior Court, accuses the hospital of violating multiple state laws by refusing to provide emergency abortion care to patients experiencing obstetric emergencies.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has issued a consumer alert in response to Governor Newsom’s declaration of a state of emergency in Lake County following the Boyles Fire. The fire, now contained, affected the City of Clearlake, damaging or destroying over 30 structures.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced the signing of Assembly Bill (AB) 2695 by Governor Gavin Newsom. The new law mandates that law enforcement agencies collect data on crimes occurring on Indian lands and report this information to the California Department of Justice. This initiative aims to address the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons (MMIP) crisis and improve public safety in Indian Country and nearby communities. AB 2695 was authored by Assemblymember James C. Ramos and sponsored by Attorney General Bonta.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued a statement following the Governor's signing of Assembly Bill (AB) 2319. The bill aims to reduce the maternal mortality rate among Black women and other pregnant persons of color by ensuring the successful implementation of Senate Bill 464 (SB 464), also known as the California Dignity in Pregnancy and Childbirth Act of 2019. AB 2319 is co-sponsored by Attorney General Bonta and authored by Assemblymember Lori Wilson, Dr. Akilah Weber, and the California Legislative Black Caucus.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has released a statement following Governor Gavin Newsom's signing of Assembly Bill (AB) 2432 into law. The new legislation allows state courts to impose higher monetary penalties on corporations convicted of criminal offenses, with the resulting funds directed to crime victim service organizations in California. These organizations provide various forms of assistance, including medical care, mental health counseling, lost wages, courtroom advocacy, and temporary housing.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has announced the release of an updated Guide for Charities. This guide aims to provide best practices for charitable organizations, fundraising professionals, and charitable fundraising platforms operating in California. The Attorney General is responsible for supervising charities and professional fundraisers who solicit on their behalf. Under Government Code section 12580 et seq., the Attorney General can investigate and take legal action against charities and fundraisers that misuse charitable assets or engage in fraudulent practices.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced a $7.7 million settlement with U.S. Healthworks (USHW), a chain of occupational and urgent care clinics, resolving allegations of corporate fraud. The allegations claimed that USHW withheld millions from the State of California in unclaimed property, violating the Unclaimed Property Law (UPL) and the California False Claims Act (CFCA). The settlement includes USHW handing over $1.5 million in unclaimed property to the State Controller’s Office.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued a statement following the signing of Senate Bill 1061 (SB 1061) into law by Governor Gavin Newsom. Authored by Senator Monique Limón and cosponsored by various advocacy organizations, including the California Nurses Association and Health Access California, SB 1061 aims to protect consumers from having their credit damaged by medical debt.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced that Assembly Bill 3042 (AB 3042) has been signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom. The bill, authored by Assemblymember Stephanie Nguyen (D – Elk Grove), extends the sunset date on Proposition 69, also known as the “DNA Fingerprint, Unsolved Crime and Innocence Protection Act.” This extension will allow the Department of Justice (DOJ) to continue providing essential forensic DNA services with funding from criminal fines.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta released a report on the officer-involved shooting of Guillermo Huerta in Bakersfield, California, which occurred on March 18, 2023. The incident involved officers from the Bakersfield Police Department (BPD). This report is part of the California Department of Justice's (DOJ) efforts to provide transparency and accountability in law enforcement practices. The report offers a detailed analysis of the incident and outlines DOJ's findings. After a thorough investigation, DOJ concluded that criminal charges were not appropriate in this case.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has announced a lawsuit against ExxonMobil, alleging the company engaged in a long-term campaign of deception regarding the recyclability of plastic products. Filed in San Francisco County Superior Court, the complaint claims that ExxonMobil misled Californians for decades through public statements and marketing that suggested recycling could manage the increasing plastic waste produced by the company.
