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Bellows Falls resident sentenced to probation for possession of child sexual abuse material
The Attorney General’s Office announced that Giselle Fichter (charged as Jarrod Fichter), 35, of Bellows Falls, Vermont, was sentenced today in Vermont Superior Court, Windham Criminal Division, after pleading guilty to one felony count of possession of child sexual abuse material. The Court, Judge John Treadwell presiding, sentenced the defendant by agreement to a 10-year term of probation with conditions that she complete sex offender programming and that restrict her access to the internet and contact with minors. If Ms. Fichter violates the terms of her probation, she...
Five candidates apply for district court judge in Nebraska's Tenth Judicial District
Melodie T. Bellamy of Kearney, Matthew C. Boyle of Grand Island, Dale T. Callahan of Hastings, Timothy E. Hoeft of Holdrege, and John A. Sauder of Holdrege have submitted applications for the position of District Court Judge in the 10th Judicial District. This district includes Adams, Clay, Franklin, Harlan, Kearney, Nuckolls, Phelps, and Webster counties.
Tennessee man pleads guilty in multi-state minor sex trafficking case
A Tennessee man pleaded guilty today to conspiracy to commit sex trafficking of a minor and sex trafficking by force, fraud, or coercion.
Attorney General Kaul issues opinion on Wisconsin's new constitutional amendment
Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul has issued a formal opinion regarding a new provision in the Wisconsin Constitution, which states that “[n]o individual other than an election official designated by law may perform any task in the conduct of any primary, election, or referendum.” The opinion was requested by the Dane County Corporation Counsel.
Warren man sentenced up to 40 years for human trafficking
LANSING – Today, James Madison-Cranford, 30, of Warren, was sentenced to 7-40 years’ incarceration for human trafficking a minor, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced. Madison-Cranford is also required to register as a sex offender upon discharge from the Michigan Department of Corrections. Cranford pled guilty in May to:
Montana Law Enforcement Academy graduates 61 new officers
Sixty-one new officers graduated from the Montana Law Enforcement Academy (MLEA) today, ready to serve in 39 agencies across the state, according to an announcement by Attorney General Austin Knudsen. The MLEA, part of the Montana Department of Justice, offers both basic and advanced training for law enforcement officers at various levels including state, county, city, and tribal.
Attorney General Bonta issues cease-and-desist letters over unlawful ultrasound practices
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has issued cease and desist letters to two entities, Cali Choice and LivingHelp Center, regarding their compliance with AB 1720 (Bauer-Kahan). This law mandates that ultrasound technology and similar devices be used only in licensed facilities or by licensed providers. In his letter, the Attorney General emphasized that if these entities are not compliant with AB 1720, they must immediately halt all ultrasound procedures.
Kincheloe woman pleads no contest to murder and arson charges
LANSING – Today, Hope Snyder, 43, of Kincheloe, pled no contest to Second Degree Murder, First Degree Arson, and two counts of Animals – Killing/Torturing Second Degree, announced Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. Accompanying the plea is a sentencing agreement of 35 to 60 years in the Michigan Department of Corrections.
Amore Pools owner sentenced to 30 years for defrauding homeowners
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Attorney General Ashley Moody’s Office of Statewide Prosecution secured a 30-year prison sentence for Chrystal Washburn, owner of Amore Pools, in connection with a million-dollar pool contracting scheme. The Honorable Judge Dan L. Vaughn delivered the sentence following Washburn's conviction for defrauding Florida homeowners.
Court rules against Michigan abortion regulations
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued a statement in response to the Court of Claims' ruling and injunction in Northland v. Nessel.
Virginia couple sentenced for forcing relative into labor at gas station
A Virginia couple was sentenced today for compelling the labor of the man’s younger cousin at their gas station and convenience store for over three years. The couple has since divorced.
Court blocks Biden's latest attempt to cancel student loans
LITTLE ROCK – Attorney General Tim Griffin today issued a statement after securing a preliminary injunction halting President Biden’s latest attempt to cancel student loans without congressional authorization.
Attorney General Garland announces new crime gun intelligence center in Cleveland
Attorney General Merrick B. Garland, alongside state and local law enforcement partners in Cleveland, announced the opening of a new Northeast Ohio Crime Gun Intelligence Center (CGIC) in Cleveland. The announcement was made with Director Steven Dettelbach of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and U.S. Attorney Rebecca C. Lutzko for the Northern District of Ohio.
Albertsons removes land use restrictions creating food desert in Bellingham
Attorney General Bob Ferguson announced today that Albertsons has removed illegal land use restrictions that had created a food desert in Bellingham’s Birchwood neighborhood since 2018. These restrictions barred any grocery store from occupying its former location, leaving residents without a full-service supermarket within reasonable walking distance.
Men sentenced for multimillion-dollar cryptocurrency fraud involving HYDRO token
Two men were sentenced for manipulating the price of a security and scheming to defraud investors in connection with the purchase of Hydrogen Technology’s cryptocurrency, HYDRO.
AG Moody urges Floridians to nominate candidates for human trafficking awards
As the deadline for award nominations rapidly approaches, Attorney General Ashley Moody is urging Floridians to submit applications and sign up to attend the 2024 Human Trafficking Summit. Friday, June 28, is the final day to submit nominations. Awards will be presented at the summit to individuals who made a difference in the past year in fighting human trafficking in Florida.
AG Michelle Henry issues 'teenTALK' report on student experiences with gun violence
Attorney General Henry releases ‘teenTALK’ report, highlighting impacts of gun violence on students
New York man charged over transnational "grandparent scam" targeting elderly Americans
A federal grand jury has charged a New York man for allegedly acting as a courier in a Dominican Republic-based “grandparent scam” that targeted elderly Americans. Victor Anthony Valdez, 39, of the Bronx, faces one count of wire fraud conspiracy. The indictment, unsealed today in Newark, New Jersey, alleges that the scam operated from call centers in the Dominican Republic. These call centers made phone calls to elderly American victims pretending to be their grandchildren or associated legal personnel.
Carr Announces Indictment of Hall County Solicitor General Stephanie Woodard
Attorney General Chris Carr announced the indictment of Hall County Solicitor General Stephanie Woodard on 11 counts of Theft by Taking and 13 counts of False Statements and Writings.
State Asks Alaska Supreme Court to Reverse Ruling on Correspondence Study Program
State of Alaska filed its Reply Brief in its appeal of the Alaska Superior Court’s ruling in April, which found the correspondence study program unconstitutional and sent parents of students in such programs scrambling for answers.