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Justice Department investigates conditions at Tennessee's largest correctional facility
The Justice Department announced today the initiation of an investigation into conditions at Trousdale Turner Correctional Center, a Tennessee Department of Correction facility managed by CoreCivic. Located approximately an hour outside Nashville, Trousdale Turner is Tennessee’s largest correctional facility.
Tennessee AG warns consumers about rising trend in QR code scams
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Attorney General’s Office has issued a warning to consumers regarding QR code scams. While QR code technology offers convenience, it can also be exploited by scammers. Common QR code scams include:
Detroit man pleads guilty to embezzling over $60K from circuit court judge
Steven Allen, 43, of Detroit, pled guilty today to one count of embezzlement between $50,000 and $100,000 and one count of financial transaction device—stealing/retaining without consent in the Third Circuit Court in Wayne County. The announcement was made by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. Allen had been charged in January with four felonies for embezzling more than $60,000 from a sitting Circuit Court judge. Under the plea agreement, Allen is required to pay $64,651.74 in restitution and serve three years of probation.
Wisconsin DOJ investigates officer-involved shooting in Wisconsin Rapids
CITY of WISCONSIN RAPIDS, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is investigating an officer-involved shooting in the City of Wisconsin Rapids, Wood County, Wis., that occurred on the morning of Tuesday, August 20, 2024.
Attorney General urges vigilance against fraud ahead of National Senior Citizens Day
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Ahead of National Senior Citizens Day, Attorney General Ashley Moody is urging older Floridians to remain vigilant against fraud. Florida, home to over 5.5 million seniors, has seen heightened efforts to protect this demographic from fraudulent schemes. Since taking office in 2019, Attorney General Moody has launched the Senior Protection Team, an intra-agency group aimed at combating fraud targeting seniors. Last year alone, the team secured more than $1 million in financial relief for Florida seniors.
Venezuelan national pleads guilty in scheme evading US sanctions on state oil company
George Semerene Quintero, 60, of Venezuela, pleaded guilty today to conspiring to violate the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) for his role in a scheme to evade U.S. sanctions imposed on Petróleos de Venezuela S.A. (PDVSA), a Venezuelan state-owned oil company.
Attorney General Alan Wilson supports North Carolina's abortion drug restrictions
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson co-led a brief filed Monday supporting North Carolina laws regulating the prescribing and dispensing of abortion-inducing drugs, such as mifepristone. A coalition of 18 states submitted the brief to the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit in response to a lawsuit brought by a doctor against North Carolina's regulations.
New York Court affirms constitutionality of early mail voter act
New York Attorney General Letitia James released a statement today following the New York State Court of Appeals' affirmation of the constitutionality of the New York Early Mail Voter Act. The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) defended this legislation against a lawsuit challenging the legislature’s authority to enact mail-in voting.
Maryland payroll company owner sentenced for tax crimes and embezzlement
A Maryland woman was sentenced today to one year and one day in prison for not paying employment taxes to the IRS and embezzling from an employee benefit plan.
District court seeks applicants for case administrator I position
The United States District Court for the District of North Dakota has announced a vacancy for a full-time Case Administrator I position, located in the Clerk of Court's office in Fargo, ND. The application deadline is September 3, 2024, with an estimated starting date of October 7, 2024. The salary range is between $43,414 and $70,610, commensurate with experience and salary history.
Insurance adjuster sentenced for orchestrating $268k auto insurance fraud
Aug. 20, 2024 (DENVER) – Attorney General Phil Weiser announced today that a woman who worked as an insurance claims adjuster and masterminded a scheme to steal hundreds of thousands of dollars in fraudulent auto insurance claims was sentenced to 20 years of probation and ordered to pay $268,530 in restitution by an Arapahoe County District Court judge. Colette Palin, 63, of Aurora, previously pleaded guilty to theft, a class four felony, and insurance fraud, a class five felony.
Attorney General announces indictments in Apache County corruption probe
PHOENIX – Attorney General Kris Mayes announced today that the State Grand Jury has returned indictments in the public corruption investigation into the Apache County Attorney's Office.
Ohio Supreme Court rules against county auditor in natural gas pipeline valuation dispute
The Court ruled a county auditor cannot appeal a settlement that determines a natural gas pipeline’s property tax value.
Attorney general halts illegal discrimination against low-income renters
New York Attorney General Letitia James has halted discriminatory housing practices by Shamco Management Corp. (Shamco), a property owner and management company in New York City. The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) found that Shamco, which manages approximately 1,300 units, including 1,161 rent-stabilized units across 31 buildings primarily located in Harlem and Central Brooklyn, violated state human rights laws by refusing to rent to individuals with housing vouchers.
Providence man indicted on multiple drug and firearm charges
An indictment, information, or complaint is merely an allegation. A defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
Nationwide home healthcare provider settles False Claims Act allegations with $3.85M payment
Intrepid U.S.A. Inc., headquartered in Dallas, and its subsidiaries have agreed to pay $3,850,000 to resolve allegations of violating the False Claims Act. The allegations concern claims submitted to Medicare for home healthcare services and hospice care for patients who did not qualify for these benefits. The settlement is based on Intrepid’s ability to pay.
Attorneys general oppose Georgia school district's divisive topic policies
California Attorney General Rob Bonta, alongside 17 other attorneys general, has filed an amicus brief in the case of Rinderle v. Cobb County School District. The brief opposes policies enacted by a Georgia school district that prohibit school staff from discussing topics deemed "divisive," which critics argue undermines the ability to teach diverse books and curricula. These policies have led to the dismissal of a teacher for addressing age-appropriate LGBTQ+ issues and have generally censored related discussions.
TN AG’s Division of Consumer Affairs Issues Scam Alert
The Tennessee Attorney General’s Office is warning consumers about two recently reported government imposter scams.
Attorney General’s Office, Division of Highway Traffic Safety Announce “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” Campaign to Save Lives by Combating Impaired Driving
With summer nearing its conclusion, Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Highway Traffic Safety (HTS) today announced the launch of enhanced enforcement efforts to deter impaired driving in New Jersey.
New Hampshire Couple Indicted for Medicaid Fraud
Attorney General John M. Formella announces that the Merrimack County Grand Jury has returned indictments charging Tucker Bean, age 31, and Felisha Cunningham, age 29, with theft and Medicaid fraud.