News from October 2024
Mexican shipping company fined $1.75M for concealing illegal ocean discharges
Gremex Shipping S.A. de C.V., a shipping management company based in Mexico, has been fined $1.75 million after pleading guilty to providing false records to the U.S. Coast Guard.
Florida warns residents about "Evil Twin" cyber scam threats
In recognition of National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Attorney General Ashley Moody has issued a Consumer Alert warning Floridians about the "Evil Twin" cyber scams.
Attorney General warns against fraudulent Taylor Swift concert tickets
With Taylor Swift set to perform in Indianapolis this weekend, Attorney General Todd Rokita has issued a warning to fans about potential ticket scams.
Nebraska Supreme Court holds high school session led by new Chief Justice
Newly appointed Chief Justice Jeffrey Funke will preside over his inaugural high school court session with the Nebraska Supreme Court at Wahoo High School on November 6, 2024.
North Dakota lawyers urged to update contact details with law examiners
Lawyers in North Dakota are being reminded of their obligation to keep their contact information current with the Board of Law Examiners.
FORCE team hosts White House advisor to discuss organized retail crime solutions
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, alongside law enforcement officials and representatives from major Michigan retailers, welcomed White House Domestic Policy Advisor Neera Tanden to the FORCE Team headquarters.
Ontonagon man sentenced for embezzling funds from elderly woman
Richard Filbey, a 62-year-old resident of Ontonagon, has been sentenced to two years in prison for embezzling funds from an elderly woman while serving as her power of attorney.
Supreme Court allows Virginia's removal of non-citizen voters before election
Virginia is now authorized to remove non-citizens from its voter rolls following a decision by the U.S. Supreme Court, which granted a stay on a lower court's injunction.
Coalition urges Congress for national law against emergency price hikes
New York Attorney General Letitia James has led a coalition of 15 attorneys general in advocating for a national ban on price gouging.
Michigan AG responds to Washtenaw County non-citizen voting allegations
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has addressed the recent charges related to a non-citizen allegedly voting in the 2024 election.
U.S., UK convene meeting on state-sponsored high-harm threats
On October 10, the U.S. Department of Justice and the United Kingdom Home Office held a multilateral meeting at the U.S. Embassy in London.
Cyber crime unit arrests man in Franklin Parish for child pornography
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill's Cyber Crime Unit has apprehended a Franklin Parish resident on charges related to child pornography.
Jury convicts Shawn Mann for murder of Miya Brophy-Baermann
Attorney General Peter F. Neronha announced that Shawn Mann, a Providence resident, has been convicted in the murder of Miya Brophy-Baermann and the attempted murder of Sheron Robinson.
Yankton County Drug & DUI Court to hold graduation ceremony on November 6
Yankton County Drug & DUI Court is set to host a graduation ceremony on November 6, 2024.
Michigan Supreme Court schedules oral arguments for six key cases in November
The Michigan Supreme Court will conduct oral arguments on November 13, 2024, for six cases at the Michigan Hall of Justice in Lansing.
Minneapolis gang members face federal charges including RICO conspiracy
A federal grand jury in Minneapolis has indicted 11 alleged members of the Lows, a street gang based in Minneapolis, on an 18-count indictment.
Aiken man arrested on multiple charges related to child exploitation
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has announced the arrest of William Daniel Mayes, a 54-year-old resident of Aiken, South Carolina.
Attorney General Bonta advocates for federal ban on price gouging
California Attorney General Rob Bonta, alongside 16 other attorneys general, has called for a federal prohibition on price gouging.
Department of Justice opens nominations for Sunshine Week FOIA Awards
The Department of Justice's Office of Information Policy (OIP) has announced the opening of nominations for the 2025 Sunshine Week FOIA Awards.
Justice Department outlines measures for protecting voting rights and securing elections
The U.S. Department of Justice has outlined its ongoing efforts to safeguard voting rights, prosecute election fraud, and secure elections against foreign interference.