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Foster man sentenced to eight years in state prison for child molestation
A Foster man has been sentenced to eight years in state prison for child molestation, Attorney General Peter F. Neronha announced today. James Jones, 76, was found guilty by a jury of sexually assaulting two female victims under the age of 14 between 2012 and 2017.
Familial DNA search program leads to arrest in decades-old cold case
California Attorney General Rob Bonta, along with Marin County Sheriff Jamie Scardina and Marin County District Attorney Lori Frugoli, announced that the California Department of Justice’s (DOJ) Familial Search Program has led to the arrest of Michael Eugene Mullen in connection with a 1973 cold case homicide. The 75-year-old suspect was apprehended for the rape and murder of Nina Fischer, a young woman who resided in San Rafael with her husband and two-year-old daughter.
Justice Department announces assessment of Charlottesville Police under collaborative reform initiative
The Justice Department’s Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office) announced an organizational assessment of the Charlottesville, Virginia, Police Department through its Collaborative Reform Initiative. Over the next year, the Charlottesville Police Department will collaborate with the COPS Office Collaborative Reform Initiative team to focus on community policing/problem solving, crime analysis/crime prevention, employee wellness, training, development and retention, resource analysis/strategic planning, and accountability, oversight and evaluation.
Attorney General Raoul charges five men for alleged statewide video gaming theft ring
Attorney General Kwame Raoul has charged five Illinois men for their alleged involvement in a burglary ring that operated across multiple counties in the state, from the Chicago area to Central Illinois.
Attorney General Liz Murrill joins SCOTUS brief against ATF 'frame or receiver' rule
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill has joined a coalition of 27 state attorneys general in requesting the U.S. Supreme Court to address the Biden-Harris administration’s "Frame or Receiver" firearms rule.
Latvian national extradited over illegal export scheme involving advanced aircraft technology
Oleg Chistyakov, also known as Olegs Čitsjakovs, 55, of Latvia, made his initial appearance in a federal court in Kansas City, Kansas, today after being extradited from Latvia. Chistyakov is the third defendant in this case to face charges in connection with a years-long conspiracy to sell sophisticated avionics equipment to Russian companies, following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and subsequent U.S. economic countermeasures against Russia.
Attorney General Paxton investigates alleged illegal voter registration by nonprofits
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has initiated an investigation into reports that organizations operating in Texas may be unlawfully registering noncitizens to vote, in violation of state and federal law.
AG Nessel warns Michigan consumers about new unpaid toll road smishing scam
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has reissued a consumer alert from May, warning residents about a recent smishing scam targeting toll road users. The scam involves deceptive text messages claiming the recipient owes money for unpaid tolls from SunPass, a Florida-based electronic toll collection system. The fraudulent texts also threaten a $50 late fee if the balance is not settled immediately. It is important to note that SunPass does not send such messages.
Florida Attorney General warns public about dangers of fentanyl-laced drugs
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Attorney General Ashley Moody is warning Floridians about the dangers of drug use on National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day. According to a report, law enforcement seized more than 115 million counterfeit prescription pills containing illicit fentanyl in 2023. Fentanyl is also being found mixed in other illicit drugs, like meth and cocaine. To keep Floridians informed about the threats of this deadly substance, Attorney General Moody updated the Fast Facts on Fentanyl toolkit with additional resources to report online drug dealers.
Attorney General confirms legislators' rights in attending executive sessions
OKLAHOMA CITY (Aug. 21, 2024) – Attorney General Gentner Drummond issued a formal opinion today confirming that Oklahoma legislators are fully authorized to attend executive sessions of every state agency, board, and commission.
Attorney General Paxton's office executes search warrants in election integrity probe
On August 20, 2024, Attorney General Ken Paxton’s Election Integrity Unit executed multiple search warrants in Frio, Atascosa, and Bexar Counties as part of an ongoing election integrity investigation.
Chief Justice Mike Heavican announces retirement after 18 years
Chief Justice Mike Heavican will retire on October 31, 2024, after 18 years of service on the bench. His retirement letter to Governor Jim Pillen is attached below.
New Supreme Court council targets child protection improvements
Minnesota Supreme Court Chief Justice Natalie Hudson has signed an order to establish the Supreme Court Council on Child Protection and Maltreatment Prevention.
Attorney General announces new DNA findings in Marcellus Williams case
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey announced today that new evidence has emerged in the Marcellus Williams case, confirming his office's assertion regarding DNA found on a knife used in the trial. The St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office had previously claimed that this DNA would exonerate Williams by matching an unknown individual.
Attorney General Mike Hilgers comments on Chief Justice Heavican's retirement
Attorney General Mike Hilgers has issued a statement in response to the retirement of Chief Justice Heavican. Hilgers expressed his gratitude and congratulated Heavican on his retirement, acknowledging his extensive service to Nebraska.
Buckeye Institute files appeal in Cleveland class action tax case
The Buckeye Institute has filed a notice of appeal in the case Wos v. Cleveland, a class action lawsuit representing nonresidents of Cleveland who experienced delays in receiving their municipal income tax refunds. The appeal will be heard by Ohio’s Eighth District Court of Appeals.
Attorney General announces arrest of former Alexander employee for theft
LITTLE ROCK – Attorney General Tim Griffin issued a statement today following the arrest of Melissa Ann Anthony-Ratliff, 36, a former employee of the city of Alexander, in Memphis, Tennessee. The arrest resulted from an investigation by the Public Integrity Unit of the Attorney General's office.
America First Legal files second lawsuit against IBM over alleged discrimination
America First Legal files second lawsuit against IBM for alleged discrimination
Attorney General Formella Announces Creation of New Data Privacy Unit
Attorney General John M. Formella announces the creation of a new Data Privacy Unit (the “Unit”) to be housed within the Consumer Protection and Antitrust Bureau of the New Hampshire Attorney General’s Office.
Attorney General Drummond joins multi-state efforts against federal voter registration policies
OKLAHOMA CITY (Aug. 21, 2024) - With early and absentee voting for the 2024 presidential election set to begin in a matter of weeks, Attorney General Gentner Drummond is fighting to protect election integrity with a pair of recent filings.