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Houston man sentenced for role in dark web drug ring

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A Houston man, Marco Juarez, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for his involvement in a dark web operation that manufactured and distributed pills containing methamphetamine.

Utah businessman sentenced to pay restitution over asbestos-related negligence

By Legal Newsline |
Daniel J. Brett, a businessman from Murray, Utah, has been ordered to pay $40,000 in restitution to a water truck operator involved in the demolition of the Broadway Hotel in Tooele, Utah.

Attorney General James releases annual charity fundraising report

By Legal Newsline |
New York Attorney General Letitia James has released the annual "Pennies for Charity: Fundraising by Professional Fundraisers" report, just ahead of Giving Tuesday and the holiday season.

Attorney General Miyares Urges Virginia Servicemembers Defrauded by Harris Jewelry to File a Claim by Dec. 21

By Legal News Line |
Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares is urging Virginia servicemembers and veterans who were defrauded by Harris Jewelry to file a claim for refunds by the December 21, 2024 deadline.

Charleston County man arrested on Child Sexual Abuse Material* charges

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South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Delbert Tony Smalls, Jr., 41, of Adams Run, S.C., on one charge connected to the sexual exploitation of a minor.

Drummond urges Congress to pass Kids Online Safety Act

By Legal News Line |
Attorney General Gentner Drummond is calling upon Congress to pass the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) before the end of this year to protect children from online harm.

Summary of Petition to End Qualified Immunity Approved

By Legal News Line |
The Ohio Attorney General’s Office accepted the untitled petition summary of a proposed constitutional amendment that seeks to add an Article I, Section 23 to the Ohio Constitution eliminating qualified immunity for peace officers.

Rutland man sentenced for possessing stolen firearm amid prior domestic violence conviction

By Legal Newsline |
John Ryea, a 41-year-old resident of Rutland, Vermont, has been sentenced to approximately two and one-half months in prison followed by three years of supervised release.

Troy man faces charges for alleged marijuana trafficking and gun crimes

By Legal Newsline |
Omjasisa Kentu Felder, a 53-year-old resident of Troy, New York, has been charged with marijuana trafficking and gun-related offenses.

Justice Department files forfeiture complaint over oligarch's US music studio sale

By Legal Newsline |
A civil forfeiture complaint has been filed for $3.4 million in proceeds from the sale of a music studio in Burbank, California.

Gregory Newson sentenced to death for killing Texas deputy during traffic stop

By Legal Newsline |
Gregory Newson has been sentenced to death for the murder of Deputy William Christopher Dickerson in Panola County, Texas.

Gen Digital pays $55M for false claims act violations

By Legal Newsline |
Gen Digital Inc., formerly known as Symantec Corp., has resolved a legal battle lasting over a decade by paying $55.1 million in a False Claims Act judgment.

Pleasant Grove judicial nominating commission schedules meeting for new judge selection

By Legal Newsline |
Pleasant Grove, Utah—The Pleasant Grove Judicial Nominating Commission has organized a meeting on December 5, 2024, to evaluate applications for a justice court judge position in Pleasant Grove, Utah.

Georgia woman pleads guilty in money laundering and racketeering case

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Today, the U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans announced that Michelle Alvarado, a 27-year-old resident of Georgia, pled guilty to charges related to money laundering and interstate travel in aid of racketeering.

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

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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.

Fairbanks woman indicted on charges of bank fraud and money laundering

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A Fairbanks woman, Angelic Henderson, has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Alaska on charges of bank fraud and money laundering.

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

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

Sierra Leone man sentenced for defrauding banks out of $400K

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A Sierra Leone man and former Manchester businessman, Solomon Yarteh, has been sentenced to 40 months in federal prison for his involvement in a fraudulent car loan scheme.

Justice Department combats modern-day redlining with historic initiative

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The Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA) has marked its 51st year, providing a moment to reflect on its impact and future direction. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a key advocate for equal housing opportunities, was instrumental in highlighting the...