Quantcast

News on Legal Newsline

LEGAL NEWSLINE

Wednesday, December 4, 2024

Latest News


Austin Murray awarded inaugural Oklahoma Officer of the Year by Attorney General Drummond

By Legal Newsline |
Attorney General Gentner Drummond has named Bryan County Sheriff's Deputy Austin Murray as the first recipient of the Oklahoma Officer of the Year award.

AG Nessel advises on safe Cyber Monday shopping practices

By Legal Newsline |
As Cyber Monday approaches, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has issued a consumer alert to help online shoppers avoid scams and deceptive tactics during the holiday season.

North Carolina attorney general secures $2.5 million settlement over Medicaid fraud

By Legal Newsline |
Attorney General Josh Stein announced a settlement of $2,505,000 to address claims against Southeastern Behavioral Healthcare Services, LLC.

Wisconsin Chief Justice honors legacy of late Justice David T. Prosser

By Legal Newsline |
The Chief Justice of the Wisconsin Supreme Court, Annette Kingsland Ziegler, has issued a statement recognizing the contributions of Justice David T. Prosser, Jr. to the state of Wisconsin.

Attorney General Raoul provides guidance on safe charitable giving

By Legal Newsline |
Ahead of Giving Tuesday, Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul advised potential donors to make informed decisions during the holiday season.

Naturalization ceremonies scheduled in Bismarck for December 13

By Legal Newsline |
The United States District Court for the District of North Dakota has scheduled two naturalization ceremonies in Bismarck on Friday, December 13, 2024.

Justice Department affirms commitment to civil rights for those living with HIV/AIDS

By Legal Newsline |
The Justice Department reaffirmed its dedication to protecting the civil rights of individuals living with HIV and AIDS on World AIDS Day, observed on December 1, 2024.

Attorney General Drummond opposes delay in clemency decision for Kevin Underwood

By Legal Newsline |
Attorney General Gentner Drummond has filed an emergency petition requesting the state Pardon and Parole Board to convene on Wednesday.

North Dakota courts finalize adoptions on National Adoption Day

By Legal Newsline |
North Dakota courts recently conducted adoption hearings for 32 children from 19 families on National Adoption Day, which took place on November 23, 2024.

Report on departures from mandatory minimum sentences for July 2023 to June 2024

By Legal Newsline |
The state court administrator has released the annual report on departures from mandatory minimum sentences.

Anne Arundel introduces first mental health court

By Legal Newsline |
The District Court of Maryland has announced the establishment of a new problem-solving court aimed at providing mental health treatment and related services to the Anne Arundel County community.

California proposes bills protecting reproductive healthcare amid federal concerns

By Legal Newsline |
California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced two legislative measures aimed at safeguarding reproductive healthcare in the state.

Refunds issued to SmileDirectClub customers after improper charges

By Legal Newsline |
New York Attorney General Letitia James has secured $4.8 million in refunds for over 28,000 consumers who were wrongfully charged by SmileDirectClub after the company filed for bankruptcy and ceased operations.

Idaho Attorney General defends state abortion trafficking laws at Ninth Circuit

By Legal Newsline |
In a recent decision, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled in favor of Idaho's abortion trafficking laws.

Arizona residents indicted for fraud involving ESA program

By Legal Newsline |
Attorney General Mayes has announced that a state grand jury indicted two out-of-state residents on several felony charges, including conspiracy, fraud, and forgery.

Lancaster County to host DUI and adult drug court graduation ceremony

By Legal Newsline |
The Lancaster County DUI and Adult Drug Court will hold a joint graduation ceremony on December 5, 2024.

Washington appeals court upholds $35M fine against Meta for finance law breaches

By Legal Newsline |
The Washington Court of Appeals has upheld a significant judgment against Meta, the parent company of Facebook, in a case concerning campaign finance law violations.

DOJ investigates Santa Ana police shooting under AB 1506

By Legal Newsline |
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has announced an investigation by the California Department of Justice into a recent officer-involved shooting in Santa Ana.

Kalamazoo man convicted in cold-case sexual assault from 2005

By Legal Newsline |
Last week, a jury in Kalamazoo County's 9th Circuit Court found Shawn Darnell Robinson Hopkins guilty of two counts of First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct.

America First Legal responds to President Joe Biden's pardon of his son

By Legal Newsline |
America First Legal (AFL) has issued a statement in response to President Joe Biden's recent decision to pardon his son, Hunter Biden.