News from 2025
Holyoke man sentenced to prison in armed drug trafficking case
Burlington, Vermont – Javon Calderon, a 21-year-old from Holyoke, Massachusetts, has been sentenced to 85 months in prison followed by an eight-year supervised release.
Thomas McGonigle, Shawn Tucker Named to 2025 Delaware 222 List by Delaware Business Times
Delaware partners Thomas McGonigle and Shawn P. Tucker were recognized by the Delaware Business Times in its second annual 2025 Delaware 222 list.
Attorney General Brown Announces Charges Against Lindsay Automotive Dealerships
- Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced that his Consumer Protection Division, together with the Federal Trade Commission, filed charges against Lindsay Management Company, three Lindsay automotive dealerships – Lindsay Ford, LLC; Lindsay Motors, LLC; and Lindsay Chevrolet, L.L.C. – and individual defendants Michael Lindsay, John Smallwood, and Paul Smyth.
AG Nessel Provides Guidance on How to File a Consumer Complaint
As the holiday scam campaign nears its end, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel wants to ensure Michiganders know how to contact the Consumer Protection Team to file a complaint.
Drummond dismisses criminal charge against Oklahoma City police officer
Attorney General Gentner Drummond today dismissed a criminal charge filed by Oklahoma County District Attorney Vicky Behenna against Oklahoma City Police Sgt. Joseph Gibson in connection with an Oct. 27 incident involving Mr. Lich Vu. Drummond entered an appearance in the case on Monday, Dec. 23, effectively taking over the prosecution.
U.S. Attorney comments on Bourbon Street attack investigation
On January 2, 2025, United States Attorney Duane A. Evans released a statement regarding the recent attack on Bourbon Street in New Orleans.
Brooklyn man sentenced for violating federal sex offender registration requirements
Elliot J. Santiago, a 25-year-old resident of Brooklyn, New York, has been sentenced to time served and five years of supervised release for failing to provide information about his interstate travel as required by the Sex Offender Registration...
U.S. Attorney's Office collects nearly $28M in FY 2024
In the fiscal year 2024, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Ohio reported collections amounting to $27,882,120.34 from civil and criminal actions.
Former Maple Ridge employee sentenced for exploiting vulnerable adults
Lilac Rain Brown-Fisher, a former employee at Maple Ridge Memory Care in Vermont, has been sentenced for the felony of financial exploitation of vulnerable adults.
Philadelphia men sentenced for armed robbery involving shooting
Two Philadelphia men have been sentenced to prison for their involvement in an armed robbery and shooting incident that took place in West Philadelphia in 2022.
U.S. Attorney Jane E. Young announces resignation effective January 17
United States Attorney Jane E. Young has announced her resignation, effective January 17, 2025.
USAO highlights achievements against violent crime in Northern Ohio for 2024
The United States Attorney's Office (USAO) for the Northern District of Ohio has concluded 2024 with significant accomplishments in its General Crimes Unit.
Attorney General James recuses from Robert Brooks death investigation
New York Attorney General Letitia James has announced her office's decision to recuse itself from the investigation into the death of Robert Brooks, who died following an encounter with officers at Marcy Correctional Facility.
Carr Secures Two New Convictions in Human Trafficking, Gang Case in Gwinnett County
Attorney General Chris Carr announced that the office’s Human Trafficking and Gang Prosecution Units have obtained two new convictions in Gwinnett County. Jadah Henry, 22, of Pooler, Georgia, has been sentenced to 25 years after pleading guilty to racketeering, gang and human trafficking charges.
Fourth Circuit Treatment Courts announce graduation ceremony on January 9
The Fourth Circuit DUI Court and Northern Hills Drug Court are set to host a graduation ceremony on January 9, 2025, at the Sturgis Community Center Theater in South Dakota.
Cyber fraud enforcement unit dismantles six schemes targeting Floridians
Attorney General Ashley Moody's Cyber Fraud Enforcement Unit has successfully dismantled six cyber schemes over the past three months.
South Dakota Supreme Court reappoints Steven R. Jensen as chief justice
The South Dakota Supreme Court has announced the reappointment of Chief Justice Steven R. Jensen for a second term as the head of the state's highest court.
Missoula man sentenced for trafficking methamphetamine and fentanyl
A Missoula resident, Alejandro Romero, has been sentenced to 19 years and seven months in federal prison for distributing methamphetamine and fentanyl.
Vermont Supreme Court advisory committee schedules virtual meeting for civil procedure rules
The Vermont Supreme Court's Advisory Committee on the Rules of Civil Procedure is set to hold a virtual meeting on January 3, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. The agenda includes several items for discussion and potential action.
Nebraska courts to stay open on National Day of Mourning for President Carter
On January 9, 2025, a National Day of Mourning for President Carter, Nebraska courts and probation offices will remain open.