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House committee advances bills enhancing protections for Michigan's vulnerable adults

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Today, the House Committee on Families, Children and Seniors advanced Senate Bills 922-925 to the full House for consideration, as announced by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel.

Court blocks Biden's plan to extend Obamacare to undocumented immigrants

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A federal court has halted a rule proposed by the Biden Administration that aimed to extend taxpayer-subsidized health plans to undocumented immigrants.

South Dakota Commission on Indigent Legal Services schedules virtual meeting for December

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The South Dakota Commission on Indigent Legal Services is set to hold a virtual meeting on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at 1 p.m. CST.

Ohio Supreme Court rules on admissibility of victim's ambulance statements

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The Supreme Court of Ohio has ruled that statements made by a domestic violence victim to a police officer in an ambulance were testimonial and not part of an ongoing emergency.

Four charged in western Pa vehicle break-ins linked to bank account theft

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Attorney General Michelle Henry has announced charges against four individuals involved in a series of "smash and grab"-style thefts targeting vehicles across several counties in western Pennsylvania.

Maine expands electronic filing system to include criminal cases

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The Maine Judicial Branch has announced its plans to expand the eFileMaine system to include criminal and juvenile cases in the Androscoggin County Unified Criminal Docket, specifically in Auburn Superior and Lewiston District Courts.

Assistant attorney general position open at North Dakota's Attorney General Office

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The North Dakota Office of Attorney General has announced an opening for the position of Assistant Attorney General.

Ohio Senate Bill 198 seeks smoother reintegration for former inmates

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The Buckeye Institute has presented testimony to the Ohio House State and Local Government Committee regarding Ohio Senate Bill 198.

King County judge blocks Kroger-Albertsons merger citing antitrust law violation

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A King County judge has ruled against the proposed merger between Kroger and Albertsons, declaring it unlawful.

Pawtucket man convicted under Kristen’s Law for fatal fentanyl delivery

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Attorney General Peter F. Neronha announced the conviction of a Pawtucket man, Walik Morrison, in Providence County Superior Court on multiple felony drug charges.

North Carolina AG warns phone firms over robocall issues

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Attorney General Josh Stein has issued warnings to several phone companies accused of allowing robocalls to reach North Carolinians.

Court blocks Kroger-Albertsons merger amid consumer protection concerns

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Attorney General Kris Mayes expressed satisfaction following a United States District Court ruling that blocked the merger between Kroger and Albertsons.

Oregon court blocks Kroger-Albertsons merger amid competition concerns

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Earlier today, Judge Adrienne Nelson of the United States District Court for the District of Oregon granted a preliminary injunction requested by the State of Oregon.

Ohio Supreme Court rules on discretion in mental health facility transfers

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The Supreme Court of Ohio has determined that trial judges have the discretion to approve, reject, or modify recommendations for transferring individuals found not guilty by reason of insanity from secured mental health facilities to nonsecured ones.

Attorney General Bonta advises safe giving practices ahead of holiday season

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California Attorney General Rob Bonta joined Sharia’s Closet in San Diego to discuss safe donation practices and ways to avoid scams during the holiday season.

Five Guatemalan nationals charged for involvement in deadly Chiapas migrant crash

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An international law enforcement operation has led to the arrest of five Guatemalan nationals charged in connection with a 2021 mass casualty event in Chiapas, Mexico.

West Springfield man pleads guilty to defrauding retirement board

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The Attorney General's Office has announced that Robert Dombek, a 53-year-old resident of West Springfield, has pleaded guilty to charges of perjury and larceny over $1,200.

Marriott settles $52 million over data breach impacting millions

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Attorney General Liz Murrill has announced that Louisiana will receive $1,400,289 as part of a settlement with Marriott International, Inc. This is part of a larger $52 million settlement reached by a coalition of 50 Attorneys General following an...

Justice Department plans tribal consultations after Castro-Huerta ruling

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The Justice Department has announced plans to hold Tribal consultations regarding legislative proposals aimed at addressing jurisdictional issues in Indian country, following the Supreme Court's 2022 decision in Oklahoma v. Castro-Huerta.

Attorney General Bonta supports EMTALA ahead of Ninth Circuit hearing

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California Attorney General Rob Bonta has issued a statement reaffirming the state's commitment to protecting the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA) in light of upcoming oral arguments in the case of Idaho v. United States.