News from October 2024
Attorney General calls for resignation following ethics breach
On Friday, the Office of the Attorney General was informed by the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals that State Representative Jeff Leach had sent unethical "ex parte" communications to a sitting judge on the Court.
Attorney General Griffin joins multi-state effort supporting Virginia on voter roll issue
Attorney General Tim Griffin of Arkansas has joined a coalition of 26 states in supporting Virginia's decision to remove non-citizens from its voter rolls.
Drummond requests Supreme Court action on Virginia voter registration issue
With the presidential election approaching, Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond has petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to permit Virginia to remove non-citizens from its voter rolls.
Senior DOJ official implicated in coverup of Biden document scandal
America First Legal (AFL) has released documents that shed light on the role of a senior Department of Justice (DOJ) official in handling classified documents linked to President Biden.
Court halts operations of Indiana-based Madison Solutions LLC
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana has issued a permanent injunction against an Indianapolis-area tax preparer, Juan Santiago, and his company, Madison Solutions LLC.
New Bedford woman pleads guilty to theft through false tax filings
A New Bedford woman has admitted to stealing federal funds by filing false tax returns to obtain fraudulent refunds from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
Attorneys general urge Supreme Court action on voter roll integrity
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Attorney General Ashley Moody, along with attorneys general from 24 other states, has filed an amicus brief urging the U.S. Supreme Court to allow Virginia to remove noncitizens from its voter rolls.
States urge Supreme Court intervention on Virginia's voter roll issue
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has joined a coalition of 25 states in an amicus brief urging the U.S. Supreme Court to approve Virginia's emergency motion.
North Dakota Supreme Court seeks law clerk applicants for one-year term
The North Dakota Supreme Court is seeking applicants for a law clerk position, offering an annual salary of $80,256.
Attorney General Raoul advises checking sex offender registry for safe Halloween
Attorney General Kwame Raoul has issued a reminder for parents and guardians to check the state's sex offender registry before making Halloween plans.
Attorney General Hilgers joins multistate call for expedited Supreme Court decision on voting case
Attorney General Hilgers, along with attorneys general from 26 states, has filed an amicus brief urging the U.S. Supreme Court to permit Virginia to remove non-citizens from its voter roll.
Indianapolis doctor’s license suspended over alleged violations
Attorney General Todd Rokita has successfully secured the suspension of an Indianapolis doctor's medical license due to numerous alleged violations.
Coalition urges Supreme Court action on Virginia voter registration case
Attorney General Alan Wilson, along with attorneys general from 26 states, has submitted an amicus brief to the U.S. Supreme Court.
Bail bondsman charged with human trafficking and racketeering
Attorney General Ashley Moody's Office of Statewide Prosecution has charged Russell Bruce Moncrief, a bail bondsman, with human trafficking and racketeering.
Texas AG announces indictments over fraudulent teacher certification scheme
A grand jury in Harris County has indicted five individuals for their involvement in a scheme that allowed unqualified individuals to fraudulently obtain Texas teacher certifications.
Coalition files brief supporting "Keeping Families Together" program
Attorney General Josh Kaul has joined a coalition of 20 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief in the case of Texas v. DHS.
Settlement reached over illegal towing charges in Connecticut
Attorney General William Tong has announced a $65,000 settlement with Hilario Truck Center and Hilario’s Service Center following an investigation into the collection of illegal junk fees.
Providence Hospital agrees to comply with emergency services law amid ongoing legal case
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has reached a stipulation with Providence St. Joseph Hospital to ensure the hospital complies with California's Emergency Services Law (ESL) as legal proceedings continue.
Attorney General secures $2.25M from health provider after data breach
New York Attorney General Letitia James has secured a $2.25 million settlement with Albany ENT & Allergy Services, P.C. (AENT) following two cyberattacks that compromised the medical records of over 200,000 New York patients in 2023.
Texas doctor sentenced for defrauding Medicare out of millions
A Texas doctor has been sentenced to over ten years in prison for his involvement in a scheme to defraud Medicare. Dr. Daniel R. Canchola, aged 54, from Flower Mound, was ordered to pay more than $34 million in restitution after pleading guilty to...