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DLA Piper welcomes Steve Dixon as a partner in the Tax Practice
DLA Piper is pleased to welcome Steve Dixon as a partner in the Tax Practice.
Former Corrections Officer Sentenced in Assault of Inmate
Former corrections officer Christopher Cluley, 48, of Mount Pleasant, was sentenced to one year of probation for the in-custody jailhouse assault of an Isabella County inmate, announced Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel.
America First Legal files SCOTUS brief defending Stephen Bannon
America First Legal (AFL) has filed an amicus brief on behalf of Representative Barry Loudermilk (GA-11), Chairman of the House Administration Subcommittee on Oversight, in support of Stephen K. Bannon’s emergency stay application to the Supreme Court of the United States. Bannon's application seeks his continued release pending further appeal of his convictions.
Winooski resident sentenced to probation in child luring case
Anthony Weber, 30, of Winooski, Vermont, was sentenced yesterday in Vermont Superior Court, Chittenden Criminal Division, after pleading guilty to one felony count of luring a child. Judge Michael Harris presided over the sentencing on June 25, 2024. The court imposed a 10-year term of probation with conditions that Weber complete sex offender programming and restrictions on his internet access and contact with the minor victim and minors under the age of 16. If Weber violates the terms of his probation, he faces up to five years in jail. Additionally, he is required to...
Indiana officials seek execution date for convicted murderer
Governor Eric J. Holcomb announced today that he and Attorney General Todd Rokita are seeking the resumption of executions in Indiana prisons, starting with a convicted murderer responsible for the deaths of four people.
Rutland resident arraigned on felony charges related to possession of child abuse material
The Attorney General’s Office announced that Dallas Potter, 29, of Rutland, Vermont, was arraigned today on four felony counts of Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material – Second Offense. The charges are the result of an investigation conducted by the Rutland Probation & Parole Office, the Vermont Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force (VT-ICAC), including personnel from the Attorney General’s Office, Rutland City Police Department, Vermont State Police, and Homeland Security Investigations.
Louisiana leads lawsuit against Biden's LNG ban impacting Ukraine
President Biden’s LNG ban has now impacted Ukraine amid its ongoing conflict with Russia. Ukraine had secured a significant LNG deal with Virginia-based Venture Global, which operates several facilities in Louisiana.
Federal inmate indicted for international drug trafficking along with eight co-conspirators
An indictment was unsealed in the District of North Dakota today, charging a federal inmate and eight co-conspirators with international methamphetamine, heroin, and fentanyl trafficking.
Attorneys general support upholding FTC's ban on deceptive TurboTax advertising
Attorney General Kaul Joins Coalition Urging Court to Uphold FTC’s Ban on Deceptive TurboTax Advertising
Former Westland police sergeant faces trial for ethnic intimidation
Former Westland Police Sgt. Kevin Yudt, 42, of Grass Lake, has been bound over to stand trial for two counts of ethnic intimidation and two counts of assault and battery, announced Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. The charges relate to an incident on April 6, 2023, when security at MGM Grand Detroit denied Yudt and a friend access to the casino floor due to his apparent intoxication.
Kansas court system transitions domain from .org to .gov
The Kansas court system is set to change its domain from .org to .gov, starting with the judicial branch website and some of its online systems and information portals. This transition will commence on July 1, affecting the judicial branch website, the online attorney registration portal, and an online attorney directory.
Attorney General Tim Griffin supports legislation protecting Americans from International Criminal Court
Attorney General Griffin Leads 20-State Coalition Supporting Legislation to Protect Americans from Unlawful International Criminal Court Prosecutions
Attorney General reminds pharmacies of new California law on protected health information
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has issued letters to eight major pharmacy chains and five health data companies, reminding them of their obligations under the state's Confidentiality of Medical Information Act (CMIA) and new requirements introduced by Assembly Bill 352 (AB 352). The legislation, which takes full effect on July 1, 2024, mandates additional protections for patient information related to reproductive health and gender-affirming care.
Chief Justice Jensen visits federal district court externs in Bismarck
North Dakota Supreme Court Chief Justice Jon J. Jensen met with federal district court externs in Bismarck on June 25, 2024. Chief Justice Jensen discussed his career and the operation of the North Dakota court system.
Chief Justice Ziegler addresses court document leak
Chief Justice Ziegler issued a statement today addressing the recent leak of a confidential draft document to the press. "Today the entire court was shocked to learn that a confidential draft document was ostensibly leaked to the press. I have contacted law enforcement to request that a full investigation be conducted. We are all united behind this investigation to identify the source of the apparent leak. The seven of us condemn this breach," said Ziegler.
Attorney General announces sentencing in New Hanover County healthcare fraud case
Attorney General Josh Stein announced the sentencing of a New Hanover County health care fraud conspiracy. "When people defraud the Medicaid program, they are defrauding North Carolina’s taxpayers," said Stein. "I will continue to do everything I can to protect North Carolinians’ investment and hold perpetrators accountable. I’m proud of the Medicaid Investigations Division’s work, along with state and federal investigators and prosecutors, to stop Medicaid fraud."
North Dakota appellate case system public portal maintenance scheduled for June 27
The North Dakota Appellate Case System Public Portal will undergo scheduled maintenance on Thursday, June 27th, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM CST. During this period, the system will be unavailable.
AG Nessel urges court support on FTC ban against TurboTax ads
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined a coalition of 22 attorneys general in filing a brief supporting a Federal Trade Commission (FTC) order that bars Intuit, the maker of TurboTax, from deceptively advertising “free” tax preparation software when its services are not actually free for most consumers. In a brief filed in Intuit v. Federal Trade Commission, the attorneys general argue that the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit should reject an appeal filed by Intuit and uphold the FTC’s order.
Justice Department reaches settlement on additional funds linked to 1MDB scheme
The Justice Department announced today that it has reached an agreement with Low Taek Jho, also known as Jho Low, members of his family, and trust entities Low established (collectively, the “Low Parties”) that resolves two civil forfeiture cases.
Deputy AG Monaco addresses annual Crime Gun Intelligence Center Conference
Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco addressed attendees at the Justice Department’s Annual Crime Gun Intelligence Center Conference on June 26, 2024. In her remarks, she acknowledged the efforts of law enforcement leaders in addressing the rise in violent crime that began during the pandemic in 2020.