News from May 2025
Policy Consultant at ACLU of Colorado on HB25-1291: 'Data privacy is also a paramount concern of ours from this legislation'
Natasha Burke, a policy consultant with the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Colorado, expressed concerns regarding House Bill 25-1291.
Climate change cases complicated: Trump goes to court to prevent states from suing
WASHINGTON (Legal Newsline) - President Donald Trump now seeks to punish states planning to sue the energy industry over climate change, though judges handling suits against Big Oil have mostly refused to let them proceed.
17th Judicial District introduces competency docket to address restoration needs
On May 1, 2025, the 17th Judicial District announced the launch of a new Competency Docket and Competency Diversion Program aimed at addressing the growing need for competency restoration services among criminal defendants.
Bradley’s D.C. Office Moves to New Space at 1900 K Street
Bradley has relocated its Washington, D.C., office into new space in the 1900 K Street building.
Oregon Leads Lawsuit Filed by 12 Attorneys General to Block Illegal Tariffs that are Increasing Prices and Inflicting Chaos on the American Economy
Attorney General Dan Rayfield filed a multi-state lawsuit to block President Trump’s illegal tariffs. The case challenges four of President Donald Trump’s executive orders that claim the power to increase tariffs worldwide without congressional action.
James Tetreault Pleads Guilty to Notarial Misconduct
Attorney General John M. Formella announces that James Tetreault (age 60) of Winchester, New Hampshire has pled guilty and been sentenced in Keene District Court to one class A misdemeanor count of Notarial Misconduct.
Attorney General Partners With Dea, Department of Law Enforcement and Other Law Enforcement Agencies on National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
The Hawaiʻi Department of the Attorney General is partnering with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA); Hawai‘i Department of Law Enforcement, Narcotics Enforcement Division and local law enforcement agencies to participate in the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.
Georgia changes evidence law, but some states still tell plaintiffs 'no seatbelt, no problem'
With the passage of a wide-ranging tort-reform bill last month, Georgia became the latest state to repeal what Mickus calls “absolutely anachronistic” statutes that prevent civil juries from learning whether the plaintiffs in car-crash lawsuits were wearing seatbelts.
BakerHostetler Washington, DC, Office Hosts Penn State School of Public Policy Career Day
Under the auspices of Partner and Penn State alumnus Ed Beckwith, the BakerHostetler Washington, D.C., office hosted students from Penn State’s School of Public Policy for their annual Career Day.
Under the auspices of Partner and Penn State alumnus Ed Beckwith, the BakerHostetler Washington, D.C., office hosted students from Penn State’s School of Public Policy for their annual Career Day.
Romanian nationals face charges for illegal border crossing from Canada into Montana
Seven Romanian nationals faced arraignment in Great Falls, Montana, for immigration offenses after allegedly crossing into the United States from Canada. U.S. Attorney Kurt Alme announced the charges following the court proceedings.
Wyoming man found guilty of meth trafficking, faces up to life imprisonment
Wade Schear, a 41-year-old resident of Gillette, Wyoming, has been found guilty of possession with intent to distribute over 500 grams of methamphetamine.
Honduras man sentenced for repeated illegal reentry into the U.S
A Honduran resident has been sentenced in federal court after pleading guilty to illegally reentering the United States.
Amtrak contractors and director face bribery charges in procurement scheme
United States Attorney David Metcalf announced the indictment of three individuals for their alleged involvement in a bribery scheme related to Amtrak contracts.
Delaware man indicted in connection to 2024 violent gun death case
A Delaware man, Xavier Curry, age 24, of New Castle, has been indicted in the 2024 shooting death of Edward Fordjour.
Mississippi man sentenced to 27 months for possessing machinegun at school event
A man from Meridian, Mississippi, was sentenced to 27 months in prison for possessing a machinegun.
Judicial Nominating Board to hold meeting at Statehouse and via Zoom
The Judicial Nominating Board is scheduled to hold an organizational meeting on May 5, 2025.
Ricky Howard indicted for firearm possession as part of safety initiative
Ricky Howard, a 32-year-old resident of the District of Columbia, has been indicted in U.S. District Court on charges of unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon.
Michigan Supreme Court announces remote public hearing on ten agenda items
The Michigan Supreme Court is set to conduct a public administrative hearing on May 21, 2025.
Army soldier charged in DEA operation linked to drug distribution at nightclub
Juan Gabriel Orona-Rodriguez, a 28-year-old active-duty U.S. Army soldier, faces charges of distribution and possession with intent to distribute cocaine, as well as conspiracy to distribute cocaine, as announced by the United States Attorney’s...
Afghan citizen charged with visa fraud involving false documents in New York
U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo has announced the arrest of Dilbar Gul Dilbar, also known as Dilbar Gul Taj Ali Khan, an Afghan citizen, on charges of visa fraud.