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Braintree man pleads guilty to leading Brockton-area drug trafficking operation

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A Braintree resident, Jonathan Melendez Decatro, also known as "Jacha," has admitted guilt in a federal court in Boston for charges related to fentanyl conspiracy.

District of Nevada collects over $6 million in fiscal year 2024

By Legal Newsline |
Acting U.S. Attorney Sue Fahami announced that the District of Nevada collected $6,485,417.91 in criminal and civil actions during Fiscal Year 2024.

Menendez sentenced to 11 years in prison on corruption charges

By Legal Newsline |
Former U.S. Senator Robert Menendez, along with Wael Hana and Fred Daibes, received prison sentences for their involvement in bribery, foreign agent activities, and obstruction of justice.

Lubbock man pleads guilty to cyberstalking ex-girlfriend

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A Lubbock man has admitted to cyberstalking his former girlfriend, according to the acting U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Texas, Chad Meacham.

Nicholas J. Ganjei named new U.S. attorney for Southern District of Texas

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HOUSTON – Nicholas J. Ganjei has been appointed as the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Texas (SDTX), announced Acting Attorney General James McHenry. “I am humbled by the honor and am excited to lead the SDTX,” said Ganjei. “This...

Colorado men sentenced for distributing fentanyl resulting in death

By Legal Newsline |
Two Colorado men have been sentenced to federal prison for their involvement in a fentanyl-related death.

Two cousins imprisoned for defrauding pandemic relief programs

By Legal Newsline |
Johnny Narcisse and Johnson Dieujuste have been sentenced to prison for defrauding the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program, amounting to over $2 million.

Drug trafficker pleads guilty to possessing nearly 1,000 pounds of meth

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Gilberto Contreras has admitted guilt to charges of possessing nearly 1,000 pounds of methamphetamine with the intent to distribute.

Hudson Valley traffickers convicted for selling ghost guns and fentanyl-laced drugs

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New York Attorney General Letitia James has announced the convictions of nine individuals involved in firearms and narcotics trafficking in Dutchess County.

Youngsville man sentenced for possessing exploitative materials involving minors

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U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans announced the sentencing of Coy David Miller, a 49-year-old resident of Youngsville, Louisiana.

Attorney general settles misuse case with cultural food bank

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Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has announced a settlement with the Brooklyn Center charity, West African Family & Community Services (WAFCS), and its president, Edmund Ocansey.

Federal judge agrees with Attorney General Dan Rayfield, issues national temporary restraining order

By Legal News Line |
Federal Judge Issues Major Ruling in Birthright Citizenship Lawsuit Filed by Oregon, Washington, Arizona and Illinois.

Authorities seek public's help identifying John Doe found in Columbus

By Legal Newsline |
Ohio authorities are requesting assistance from the public to identify a man whose body was discovered in Columbus on December 19.

Fentanyl dealer sentenced for fatal sale to US Army private

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Jaron Johnson, a 23-year-old resident of Washington D.C., has been sentenced to five years in federal prison for selling a lethal dose of fentanyl that resulted in the death of a U.S. Army private.

Charleston man receives prison sentence for federal gun crime

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Ricky Steve John, a 50-year-old resident of Charleston, West Virginia, has been sentenced to three years and three months in federal prison.

East Orange man pleads guilty to drug trafficking and firearms offenses

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An East Orange, New Jersey man has admitted to possessing fentanyl, heroin, and cocaine with the intent to distribute them.

Geoffrey Ferrer Recognized in 2025 Chambers Asia-Pacific Rankings

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Geoffrey Ferrer, co-vice chair of the firm’s Transportation & Trade group and a member of the Marshall Islands Bar, has been ranked in the 2025 Chambers Asia-Pacific Guide.

Doctor accused of using his own sperm to face suit from strangers/half-siblings

By Daniel Fisher |
HARTFORD, Conn. (Legal Newsline) - Strangers who discovered through genetic testing they were half-siblings can sue the doctor they say substituted his sperm for that of their legal fathers, causing them mental anguish and possible medical problems.

Attorney General Marshall Announces Capital Murder Conviction and Life Without Parole Sentence for Montgomery County Man in 2017 Courthouse Shooting

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Attorney General Steve Marshall announced that Josephus Boone, 32, of Montgomery County, was sentenced to life without the possibility of parole for the death of Kelvin Cooley.

Attorney General Griffin Announces Arrest of Rector Man on Child Pornography Charges

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Attorney General Tim Griffin issued the following statement announcing the arrest of Joseph M. Parrish, 36, of Rector on 200 counts related to child sexual abuse materials.