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Attorney General Ford announces court victory against Google for unlawful monopoly
Carson City, NV – Attorney General Aaron D. Ford announced a significant court victory in the antitrust case against Google. This legal action was part of a broader coalition of attorneys general connected to a lawsuit filed by the U.S. Department of Justice, targeting Google's anti-competitive practices.
Attorney General Drummond comments on clemency vote for Emmanuel Littlejohn
OKLAHOMA CITY (Aug. 7, 2024) – Attorney General Gentner Drummond expressed disappointment over the Oklahoma Pardon and Parole Board's 3-2 vote recommending clemency for Emmanuel Littlejohn.
Ruston man arrested for possession of child pornography
Attorney General Liz Murrill’s Cyber Crime Unit arrested a man from Ruston on August 6.
Justice Department officials participate in National Night Out highlighting partnerships against violent crime
Yesterday, Attorney General Merrick B. Garland, Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco, and Acting Associate Attorney General Benjamin C. Mizer participated in the 41st Annual National Night Out (NNO). Their involvement underscores the Justice Department’s partnerships with federal, state, and local law enforcement as part of its Comprehensive Strategy for Reducing Violent Crime.
Minnesota Supreme Court upholds Restore The Vote Act
The Minnesota Supreme Court unanimously rejects an attempt to disenfranchise Minnesotans
Juvenile Court seeks part-time Youth Coordinator in Jamestown
The Juvenile Court in Jamestown, ND, has announced an opening for a part-time, temporary Youth Coordinator position. The role offers a wage of $17 per hour and involves approximately 20 hours per week, including flexible evening and weekend hours along with some weekday hours as necessary.
Coalition led by Nebraska AG petitions EPA for uniform product labeling rules
Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers and Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird have spearheaded an 11-state coalition petitioning the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to establish uniform labeling requirements nationwide, effectively preempting California’s Proposition 65. Currently, states can mandate manufacturers to label products with health information that may contradict the EPA's assessments of a product's health effects. California’s Prop 65 mandates that products containing glyphosate be labeled as likely carcinogenic, despite the EPA's conclusion that the...
Attorney General Neronha issues statement on Rhode Island Recycled Metals resuming operations
Attorney General Peter F. Neronha issued a statement today following the Court's acceptance of Rhode Island Recycled Metals’ (RIRM) fire remediation plan, which allows the company to resume operations after installing infrared cameras.
AG Nessel urges municipalities' participation in Kroger Settlement ahead of August deadline
LANSING – The deadline for local governments and counties to register to receive funds from the $1.2 billion National Kroger Settlement is August 12. Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is encouraging municipalities that have not yet joined the settlement to complete and submit their participation forms by Monday. The settlement will bring nearly $42 million to Michigan governments over 11 years to help address the opioid crisis.
Florida woman pleads guilty to filing false tax refund claims
A Florida woman pleaded guilty today to filing false tax returns with the IRS to fraudulently obtain tax refunds.
Ecorse man charged for selling stolen Home Depot rental equipment
Jonathan Allen, 33, of Ecorse, was arraigned yesterday before Magistrate Steven R. Worpell in the 80th District Court in Harrison on four felony charges for allegedly stealing and subsequently selling Home Depot rental equipment, announced Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. He was charged with one count of Conducting a Criminal Enterprise, a 20-year felony, and three counts of False Pretenses - $20,000 or more but less than $50,000.
Attorney General closes criminal investigation into Los Angeles Supervisor Sheila Kuehl
California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced today that the California Department of Justice will not pursue criminal charges against Los Angeles Supervisor Sheila Kuehl and Peace Over Violence (POV) Director Patricia Giggans. The decision follows an extensive investigation into allegations that were initially examined by the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department (LASD).
Maine Supreme Judicial Court seeks public input on small claims procedure amendments
The Maine Supreme Judicial Court has issued an invitation for public comments on proposed amendments to Rule 4 of the Maine Rules of Small Claims Procedure. The changes aim to simplify language, allow service by alternate means upon motion and a showing that service cannot be made by another prescribed method with due diligence, update cross-references, return paperwork when service cannot be completed by acknowledgment under subdivision (a)(1), and establish a process for requesting court payment of service costs under M.R. Civ. P. 91(c).
Former Georgia jailer sentenced for civil rights violation
A former detention officer with the Fulton County, Georgia, Sheriff’s Office was sentenced today to 48 months in prison and three years of supervised release for intentionally depriving a detained woman of her civil rights by using unreasonable force.
Florence man indicted on four counts of capital murder
Attorney General Steve Marshall announced the indictment of a Florence man on four counts of capital murder. Travis Eric Fallows, 35, was served with the indictment on Wednesday and is being held without bail pending the resolution of this case.
Ohio AG announces statewide human trafficking hotline at annual summit
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced the launch of the first-ever statewide human trafficking hotline during his opening remarks at the office’s fifth annual Human Trafficking Summit in Columbus.
Ohio man pleads guilty to $750K employment tax offense linked to dental practice
An Ohio man pleaded guilty today to not paying more than $750,000 in employment taxes and not filing employment tax returns.
Former interim president pleads guilty to price-fixing conspiracy involving Puerto Rican steel distributor
A former executive of a steel distributor in San Juan, Puerto Rico, pleaded guilty today to conspiring with competitors to fix prices for sales of reinforcing bar, or rebar.
OVW hosts pre-application session for FY 2024 TSASP solicitation
OVW conducted a live web-based pre-application information session for its Fiscal Year 2024 Tribal Sexual Assault Services Program (TSASP) solicitation. During the presentation, OVW staff reviewed this program’s requirements, discussed the solicitation, and allowed for a brief question-and-answer period.
Corrections officer charged with drug smuggling at Parnall Correctional Facility
LANSING – Michigan Department of Corrections Officer Joshua Evans, 48, of Jackson, was arraigned yesterday in the 12th District Court in Jackson for allegedly smuggling narcotics into the Parnall Correctional Facility. The announcement was made by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel.