News from October 2024
America First Legal files bar complaint over alleged misuse of grievance process
America First Legal (AFL) has filed a bar complaint against Michael Teter, the Director of The 65 Project.
Attorney General Rokita partners with Sammy Terry for Halloween unclaimed property campaign
Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita has once again teamed up with Sammy Terry, a well-known TV horror host, to encourage residents to search for unclaimed property.
U.S. Navy officer sentenced for role in Afghan visa bribery scheme
A U.S. Navy Reserve Commander, Jeromy Pittmann from Florida, has been sentenced to 30 months in prison for his involvement in a bribery scheme related to Special Immigrant Visas (SIVs) for Afghan nationals.
New York AG warns against sale of realistic-looking toy guns before Halloween
New York Attorney General Letitia James has issued a consumer alert reminding businesses and online retailers of the prohibition against selling realistic-looking toy guns in New York.
Moretown man charged with attempted luring of a minor
Christopher Camp, a 33-year-old resident of Moretown, Vermont, has been arraigned on charges related to child luring and violating conditions of release.
Lexington man charged with distributing child sexual abuse material
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has announced the arrest of Jared Allen Harmon, a 22-year-old resident of Lexington, South Carolina.
Arizona sues healthcare operators for alleged HIV-related discrimination
Attorney General Kris Mayes has filed a lawsuit against Olive Branch Assisted Living, LLC, Terra Medical LLC, Terra Medical of Arizona LLC, and their owner, Russell Appleton.
Georgia Supreme Court schedules special session at Georgia State University
The Supreme Court of Georgia is set to conduct its first day of November oral arguments at the Georgia State University College of Law on Tuesday, November 5.
Arizona man indicted after seizure of 150,000 fentanyl pills
Attorney General Kris Mayes announced that a State Grand Jury has indicted Jesus Januario Sandoval Leyva on multiple charges related to a fentanyl seizure.
Attorneys general support LGBTQ+ workplace rights in Ninth Circuit case
California Attorney General Rob Bonta, along with 20 other attorneys general, has submitted an amicus brief in the case of McMahon v. World Vision, Inc., advocating for LGBTQ+ rights in the workplace.
America First Legal investigates alleged leaks tied to Biden-Harris administration
America First Legal (AFL) has initiated a comprehensive investigation into the Biden-Harris Administration's alleged connections with the Iranian regime.
Five sentenced for plot targeting US energy facilities linked to white supremacy
Jordan Duncan, 29, from Bailey, North Carolina, has been sentenced to seven years in prison for manufacturing a short barrel rifle.
Groton man faces multiple charges related to child exploitation
Mark Bissonnette, a 54-year-old resident of Groton, Vermont, was arraigned on Thursday facing six felony counts and three misdemeanor counts of possession of child sexual abuse materials.
Attorneys general file brief supporting Keeping Families Together program
Attorney General Kwame Raoul, alongside a coalition of 20 attorneys general, has filed an amicus brief in support of the Keeping Families Together (KFT) program.
Texas Supreme Court notified about attempt by representative to influence judge
The Office of the Attorney General has brought to the attention of the Texas Supreme Court an incident involving Representative Jeff Leach.
Troutman Pepper’s Brett Ashton Mason Honored with Richard H. Krochock Award by DRI for Exemplary Leadership and Mentorship
Brett Ashton Mason, a partner in Troutman Pepper’s Health Sciences Litigation Practice Group, has been awarded the Richard H. Krochock Award by DRI.
Holland & Knight Honored with Ally of the Year Award from the Asian American Lawyers Association of Massachusetts
The Asian American Lawyers Association of Massachusetts (AALAM) presented Holland & Knight with the second annual Ally of the Year award at the AALAM 40th anniversary gala on October 16 at the Westin Copley Place in Boston.
Attorney General Drummond announces capture of two most wanted fugitives
Two fugitives on Attorney General Gentner Drummond's Most Wanted List have been apprehended.
Greenwood man charged with exploiting minors through CSAM
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Lawson Tate Still, a 21-year-old resident of Greenwood, South Carolina.
Attorney generals express concerns over antisemitism at Columbia University
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall, along with attorneys general from 25 states, has sent a letter to Columbia University expressing serious concerns about antisemitism on campus.