News from February 2025
Alaska Supports Rehabilitation Act Funding and Protections
Alaska’s continued participation in the Texas v. Becerra multistate case ensures that the Rehabilitation Act will continue, without undue interference, to protect the rights of persons with disabilities and the federal funding that supports existing Section 504 protections.
Alabama Attorney General Marshall: Tackling Violent Crime Backlogs Will Make Alabama Safer with New Speedy Trial Act
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall applauded the introduction of Senate Bill 176 and House Bill 307, also known as the Speedy Trial Act, legislation aimed at expediting trials for violent criminal cases, reducing court backlogs, and ensuring swift justice for victims.
Massachusetts man sentenced for illegal firearm possession
A Massachusetts man, Keon Shine, also known as Keylin Hall, has been sentenced to 30 months in prison for being a felon in possession of a firearm.
Mobile man sentenced to over eight years for cocaine trafficking
On February 18, 2025, United States District Court Judge William H. Steele sentenced Sheldon Terrell Peters to 105 months in prison for cocaine trafficking.
Court halts Elon Musk's access to Americans' private data
A federal court has issued a preliminary injunction preventing Elon Musk and the "Department of Government Efficiency" (DOGE) from accessing private information of American citizens.
Pineville man receives over 27-year sentence for child exploitation offenses
Daniel Perryman Collins, a 34-year-old resident of Pineville, Louisiana, has been sentenced to over 27 years in prison for his involvement in the sexual exploitation of children and the production of child pornography.
Hartford man charged with luring a child following police investigation
Brian Wood, a 22-year-old resident of Hartford, Vermont, has been arraigned on a felony charge of luring a child.
38-state coalition calls on Congress over rising organized retail crime
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has co-led a coalition of 38 states and territories in urging Congress to address the growing issue of organized retail crime.
Pittsford woman faces charges for vulnerable adult neglect and Medicaid fraud
Lena McKirryher, a 60-year-old resident of Pittsford, Vermont, was arraigned on charges of neglecting a vulnerable adult and committing Medicaid fraud.
Florida woman pleads guilty to Clean Water Act violation
A Florida woman has pled guilty in federal district court to violating the Clean Water Act by discharging a harmful quantity of oil into U.S. waters.
Texas man receives lengthy sentence for fentanyl distribution and firearm possession
Elijah Shores, a 30-year-old resident of Irving, Texas, has been sentenced to 200 months in prison.
Mexican cartel leader faces federal charges after extradition to Georgia
Omar Cuenca-Marino, 41, from Guerrero, Mexico, has been extradited to Georgia to face federal charges related to drug trafficking and money laundering.
Cedar Rapids man receives ten-year sentence for meth distribution
A Cedar Rapids man has been sentenced to a decade in federal prison for his involvement in methamphetamine distribution.
Grand Island man sentenced for meth distribution conspiracy
Robert Burkhardt, a 56-year-old resident of Grand Island, Nebraska, has been sentenced to 57 months in federal prison for his role in a methamphetamine distribution conspiracy.
Johnston County man pleads guilty to failing sex offender registration
A resident of Johnston County, Lance Alden Whelchel, 30, from Wapanucka, Oklahoma, has pled guilty to failing to register as a sex offender.
Missouri woman pleads guilty to defrauding Elvis Presley's family
A Missouri woman has admitted guilt in a scheme to defraud the family of Elvis Presley, according to an announcement from officials.
Brooklyn man pleads guilty in international money laundering conspiracy
A Brooklyn man has admitted to his involvement in an international money laundering and drug trafficking scheme.
Pennsylvania AG warns of Bitcoin ATM scam surge
Attorney General Dave Sunday has alerted Pennsylvanians to a rise in scams involving Bitcoin ATMs, also known as BTMs.
Attorneys general urge Congress for action on organized retail crime
Attorney General Jeff Jackson, along with a bipartisan coalition of 38 attorneys general, has called on Congress to take action against organized retail crime.
James Lloyd appointed deputy policy director to VP JD Vance
Attorney General Ken Paxton has announced the appointment of Deputy Attorney General James Lloyd as Deputy Policy Director to Vice President JD Vance.