LEGAL NEWSLINE

The 31st Judicial District Nominating Commission has announced its schedule to interview nominees for a district magistrate judge vacancy in Woodson County. The interviews will commence at 9 a.m. on Friday, May 17.

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has announced the launch of a series of immersive virtual reality (VR) trainings for law enforcement across the state. The initiative is part of the office's commitment to leveraging advanced technology for peace officers.

The Beadle County Drug & DUI Court and Brookings County Drug & DUI Court teams are extending an invitation to the public to attend their alumni day recovery celebrations. These events, which are designed to honor program participants, will feature a panel of program graduates and conclude with light receptions.

Attorney General Peter F. Neronha announced today that John Celico, a 30-year-old man from South Kingstown, has been sentenced to seven years in the Adult Correctional Institutions (ACI) for sexually assaulting a woman in August 2022. The sentencing took place in Washington County Superior Court on May 13, 2024.

Following a series of campus protests marked by anti-Jewish propaganda, Attorney General Todd Rokita has issued a stern warning to college officials. He emphasized their obligation to enforce Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which mandates combating all forms of antisemitism on campuses, or risk losing federal funding.

The Southwest Judicial District Court Judge Chambers, located in Bismarck, North Dakota, has announced a job opening for the position of Law Clerk. The role offers an annual salary of $74,460 and is aimed at expanding the applicant pool for one successful candidate to be hired.

Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird announced a $10.25 million settlement with AT&T Mobility, Cricket Wireless, T-Mobile USA., Cellco Partnership, Verizon Wireless, and TracFone Wireless.

Attorney General Chris Carr is challenging the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) unconstitutional power plant rule that threatens the reliability of energy production nationwide.

An indictment was unsealed recently, charging Anton Peraire-Bueno, 24, of Boston, and James Pepaire-Bueno, 28, of New York with conspiracy to commit wire fraud, wire fraud, and conspiracy to commit money laundering. The charges stem from an alleged scheme by the defendants to exploit the Ethereum blockchain's integrity to fraudulently obtain approximately $25 million worth of cryptocurrency within approximately 12 seconds. The brothers were arrested in Boston and New York respectively and will be presented before U.S. Magistrate Judge Paul G. Levenson for the District of...

The Justice Department has announced a statewide investigation into conditions at eight youth detention centers and one youth development center run by the Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice. The probe will assess whether Kentucky safeguards children in these facilities from harm caused by excessive force by staff, prolonged and punitive isolation, and inadequate protection from violence and sexual abuse. Additionally, the investigation will scrutinize whether Kentucky provides sufficient mental health services and necessary special education to children with disabilities.

Attorney General William Tong announced a stipulated judgment with HighBazaar organizers Joseph Accettullo and Cody Roberts today, putting an end to the illegal, unlicensed cannabis markets. The judgment enforces a series of stringent obligations related to ongoing inspections and restrictions on advertisements.

Attorney General Bob Ferguson announced the arrival of the first batch of more than 54,000 naloxone overdose reversal kits in Washington this week. The free distribution of these kits is a result of a December 2022 resolution in Ferguson’s lawsuit against Teva Pharmaceuticals for its role in fueling the opioid epidemic.

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall applauded the U.S. Supreme Court’s 6-3 opinion protecting the traditional law enforcement power to seize contraband and the proceeds and instrumentalities of crime. Alabama Solicitor General Edmund LaCour argued the case Culley v. Marshall in the Supreme Court on October 30, 2023.

Attorney General Tim Griffin issued the following statement announcing Arkansas will receive $104,246.46 as part of a $10.25 million, 50-jurisdiction settlement with AT&T, Cricket Wireless, T-Mobile USA, Verizon Wireless, and TracFone Wireless resolving state attorneys general investigations into the wireless carriers’ deceptive and misleading advertising practices:

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Attorney General Ashley Moody’s Medicaid Fraud Control Unit has announced the arrest of Latrena Marie Thomas, owner of A River’s Journey, a home health services agency, and Donald Ray Adams II, a parent of a disabled child. Both individuals are accused of committing Medicaid provider fraud.

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has urged consumers to prioritize their auditory health during Better Hearing and Speech Month this May. As a veteran and long-standing member of the National Guard, Wilson is well aware of the importance of protecting one's hearing.

Attorney General Kris Mayes announced today that the state of Arizona has initiated legal proceedings against Amazon, alleging the e-commerce behemoth of unfair and deceptive business practices. The accusations are grounded in the Arizona Consumer Fraud Act and the Arizona Uniform State Antitrust Act.

Seven individuals have been sentenced following their convictions for federal conspiracy against rights and Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances (FACE) Act offenses. These sentences are the result of three separate trials related to the forceful blockade of a Washington, D.C., area reproductive health clinic on Oct. 22, 2020.

Attorney General Michelle Henry announced today that Union County has joined the Law Enforcement Treatment Initiative (LETI), a program initiated by the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General and law enforcement. The initiative aims to divert individuals in need of treatment services. With this move, Union County becomes the 29th county to join LETI as Attorney General Henry continues her efforts to expand the program.

The South Central Judicial District Court Judge Chambers in Bismarck, North Dakota, is seeking applicants for the position of Staff Attorney-District Court. The job posting aims to widen the pool of candidates for this role, which provides an opportunity to contribute significantly to the judicial process through extensive legal research and analysis.