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Oglala man receives five-year sentence for involuntary manslaughter

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United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell announced that Sheldon Flute, a 29-year-old man from Oglala, South Dakota, has been sentenced to five years in federal prison for involuntary manslaughter.

Postal worker convicted for role in check theft scheme linked to Telegram

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A former U.S. Postal employee has been found guilty for his involvement in a scheme that supplied stolen checks to a Telegram channel known as "The Lucky Shop."

Justice Department releases final volume on firearms commerce assessment

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The Justice Department has released the final volume of the National Firearms Commerce and Trafficking Assessment (NFCTA), titled "Protecting America from Trafficked Firearms: NFCTA Updates, New Analysis, and Policy Recommendations."

Sarasota doctor faces federal charges for alleged child exploitation

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A Sarasota doctor, Pete Supan, aged 35 from Bradenton, has been indicted on charges of coercion and enticement of a minor for sexual activity and the production of child sex abuse material.

Douglas man sentenced for church arson motivated by hate crimes

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Eric Duane Ridenour, a 58-year-old resident of Douglas, Arizona, was sentenced to 438 months in prison by United States District Judge Scott H. Rash.

Michigan man pleads guilty over drug distribution funded by fraudulent Covid loan

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A Michigan resident, Donald Nchamukong, has been charged and agreed to plead guilty in connection with a conspiracy involving the importation and sale of illegal pharmaceuticals, including opioids.

Former teachers union leaders indicted for fraud involving over $1 million

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Jacksonville, Florida – United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg has announced the unsealing of an indictment against Teresa Brady and Ruby George, both residents of Jacksonville.

BakerHostetler Earns Kudos in the 2025 Chambers FinTech USA Ranking

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BakerHostetler’s Digital Assets and Data Management Group continues to demonstrate its grasp of data protection, blockchain and cryptocurrency fintech matters with a strong showing in the 2025 Chambers FinTech USA rankings.

U.S. Attorney's Office recovers over $33 million in fiscal year 2024

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The United States Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Indiana reported significant financial recoveries in Fiscal Year 2024.

Tennessee man sentenced for drone marijuana delivery to federal prison

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A Tennessee resident has been sentenced to two months in prison for using a drone to deliver marijuana to an inmate at the Federal Correctional Complex in Yazoo City.

Attorney General Moody backs Trump’s plan for stricter border control

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Attorney General Ashley Moody of Florida has expressed her support for President-Elect Donald Trump's immigration policies, which aim to address issues at the U.S.-Mexico border.

Former banking executive admits to embezzling over $4M and falsifying tax return

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William Shane Garrow, a former banking executive from Tulsa, Oklahoma, has entered a guilty plea to charges of bank fraud and filing a false federal income tax return.

North Charleston man faces charges for alleged distribution of child sexual abuse material

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South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has announced the arrest of Dwayne Jabaree Sumter, a 31-year-old resident of North Charleston, on charges related to the sexual exploitation of minors.

Dulce man charged with assault after hospitalization of victim

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A Dulce resident is facing federal charges following an alleged assault incident that left the victim with serious injuries.

Attorney General James targets Medicaid fraud in medical transport industry

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New York Attorney General Letitia James has taken decisive steps to combat Medicaid fraud in the medical transportation sector.

Chesapeake hospital faces federal charges over alleged healthcare fraud

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A federal grand jury has indicted Chesapeake Regional Medical Center (CRMC) on charges of healthcare fraud and conspiracy to defraud the United States.

Eastern Washington prosecutes key COVID financial fraud cases

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The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Washington has spotlighted several significant prosecutions related to pandemic relief fraud during 2024.

Tampa man sentenced to 14 years for firearm possession

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U.S. District Judge William F. Jung has sentenced Benjamin Cedric Graddy, a 41-year-old resident of Tampa, to 14 years in federal prison.

Polsinelli Attorney Named a 2024 Atlas Award Winner by Leadership Council on Legal Diversity

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Polsinelli is pleased to announce that Associate Brittany S. Macon has been named a 2024 Atlas Award Winner by the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity (LCLD) upon successful completion of her 2024 LCLD Pathfinder Program.

Ohio enacts new law targeting rise in organized retail theft

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Legislation designed to combat organized retail theft has been signed into law in Ohio.