News from December 2024
Attorney General Josh Stein releases DOJ report on consumer complaints and CODIS DNA hits
Attorney General Josh Stein has released the North Carolina Department of Justice's annual report, highlighting consumer complaints and updates on CODIS DNA hits.
North Dakota seeks legal assistant for statewide child support division
The North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services (ND HHS) is seeking a Legal Assistant for its Child Support division.
Connecticut consumers gain new data privacy rights effective January 2025
Attorney General William Tong has informed Connecticut residents and businesses about the upcoming changes in data privacy rights under the Connecticut Data Privacy Act (CTDPA).
Investigation launched into civilian death involving off-duty NYPD officer
The New York Attorney General’s Office of Special Investigation (OSI) has initiated an investigation into the death of Lynn Walsh.
Nebraska launches pilot project targeting emerging adults in criminal justice system
Nebraska's state probation system has chosen Omaha, Kearney, and Grand Island to launch a new initiative aimed at aiding "emerging adults" aged 18 to 25.
James leads coalition urging Supreme Court support for state redistricting authority
New York Attorney General Letitia James has taken a significant step by co-leading a coalition of 20 attorneys general in urging the U.S. Supreme Court to uphold states' constitutional authority to redraw legislative maps.
Pennsylvania consumers receive restitution following settlement with SoLo Funds
Attorney General Michelle Henry has announced the issuance of restitution payments to over 1,300 consumers in Pennsylvania who used SoLo Funds, an online lending platform based in California.
Attorneys general push for upholding TikTok ban due to security concerns
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, along with a coalition of 21 attorneys general, has urged the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia to support the national TikTok divest-or-ban legislation enacted by Congress...
Hate crime reports rise sharply in Florida during 2023
Attorney General Ashley Moody has released the 2023 Hate Crimes in Florida Report, highlighting a significant rise in hate crime reports.
Attorney General Bonta highlights DOJ’s work protecting Californians in 2024
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has outlined the California Department of Justice's efforts throughout 2024 to protect the state's people, resources, and values.
Two charged with laundering fraudulent proceeds in tech support scheme
On December 11, 2024, a federal grand jury in Tucson indicted Ahmed Maqbul Syed, 57, and Rupesh Chandra Chintakindi, 27, both Indian citizens.
Morton County seeks assistant states attorney for diverse prosecution work
Morton County is seeking an Assistant States Attorney to handle juvenile, criminal, and civil prosecution cases.
Tennessee Supreme Court set to hear pivotal cases on January docket
The Tennessee Supreme Court is scheduled to hear two significant cases on January 8, 2024, in Knoxville.
Utah AG Reyes Sues UnitedHealth Group & Express Scripts for PBMs’ Role in Quadrupling Opioid Sales
As Utah leads national strategies to fight opioid overdoses, addiction, and destruction, Attorney General Sean Reyes on behalf of the State of Utah and the Utah Division of Consumer Protection filed a complaint today in Summit County, Utah against two of the nation’s largest Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs).
Attorney General Miyares Celebrates Victory for Women’s Sports as Biden Administration Withdraws Proposed Rule
Attorney General Jason Miyares celebrated a major victory for women’s sports after the Biden Administration officially withdrew its proposed rule to ban states from enforcing policies that protect fairness in girls’ and women’s athletics.
Attorney General Tong remembers Jimmy Carter's legacy after former president's passing
Attorney General William Tong expressed his condolences following the death of Former President Jimmy Carter.
Attorney General Nessel reflects on Jimmy Carter's legacy after his passing
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has expressed her condolences following the death of former President Jimmy Carter.
Thirteen GOP states join lawsuit defending Dakota Access Pipeline
In a significant development, 13 Republican-led states have joined a lawsuit as co-defendants in the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe's ongoing legal battle against the Dakota Access Pipeline (DAPL).
Reed Smith promotes 24 to partner and 31 to counsel globally
International law firm Reed Smith has announced the promotion of 24 lawyers to partner and 31 lawyers to counsel, effective January 1, 2025.
Oklahoma AG dismisses charge against police officer involved in October incident
Attorney General Gentner Drummond has dismissed a criminal charge against Oklahoma City Police Sergeant Joseph Gibson.