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Monday, February 24, 2025

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Pittsburgh man pleads guilty to sex trafficking conspiracy

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A Pittsburgh resident has admitted guilt in a federal court to charges related to conspiracy to commit sex trafficking through force, threats, fraud, or coercion.

Houma resident pleads guilty to federal methamphetamine distribution charge

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A Houma, Louisiana man has pled guilty to a federal drug charge, as announced by Acting United States Attorney Michael M. Simpson.

Gang member sentenced for narcotics distribution conspiracy

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A member of the East Side Money Gang has been sentenced for his involvement in a narcotics distribution conspiracy.

Bandidos motorcycle gang members indicted for racketeering-related crimes

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A significant indictment has been unsealed in the Southern District of Texas, targeting members of the Bandidos Outlaw Motorcycle Gang and its affiliate, the Mascareros Motorcycle Club.

Ariton man sentenced to over four years for firearm offense while on probation

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Montgomery, Ala. – Acting United States Attorney Kevin Davidson announced that Bobby Wayne Williams, a 48-year-old resident of Ariton, Alabama, has been sentenced to 51 months in prison.

Chinese subsidiary settles false claims act allegations over PPP loan

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Acting United States Attorney Richard G. Frohling of the Eastern District of Wisconsin, alongside Deputy Assistant Attorney General Michael D. Granston of the Justice Department’s Civil Division, announced that YAPP USA Automotive Systems, Inc.,...

Second Circuit DUI Court plans graduation ceremony for February

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The Second Circuit DUI Court is set to host a graduation ceremony on February 25, 2025, at 11 a.m. CST.

Troy man faces federal drug and gun charges

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Devere Williams, a 36-year-old resident of Troy, New York, has been indicted on charges related to drug and firearm offenses.

Hoapili Hale courthouse closed due to water service interruption

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The Second Circuit courthouse, Hoapili Hale, located in Wailuku, Hawaii, is closed due to a temporary water service interruption.

UND Law Review to host energy law symposium in March

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The University of North Dakota (UND) Law Review will host its Energy Law Symposium on Thursday, March 6, 2025.

Alabama introduces Speedy Trial Act to tackle court backlogs

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Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has expressed support for the introduction of Senate Bill 176 and House Bill 307, collectively known as the Speedy Trial Act.

Attorney General Bird Defends DOGE to Protect Taxpayer Dollars

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Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird led 20 states in defending President Trump’s administration against politically-motivated lawsuits attempting to stop his team from protecting taxpayer dollars.

Sacramento man sentenced for fraud involving medical device sales

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Michael Andrew Scott, a 38-year-old resident of Fair Oaks, has been sentenced to 33 months in prison for his involvement in a fraudulent medical device sales scheme.

Attorney General Uthmeier announces conservative attorneys for transition team

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Attorney General James Uthmeier has announced the formation of a transition team comprising conservative attorneys to assist with his administration's transition activities.

Yakima businessman sentenced to 30 years for child sexual abuse material offenses

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David Roger Franklin, a businessman from Yakima, Washington, has been sentenced to 30 years in federal prison for crimes involving child sexual abuse material.

Bradenton man receives over seven-year sentence for firearms and narcotics offenses

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A Bradenton man, Terry Lavon McDonald Jr., has been sentenced to seven years and six months in federal prison. U.S. District Judge Mary S. Scriven delivered the sentence for multiple offenses, including possession of a firearm or ammunition by a...

Baltimore City District Court Re-Entry Project celebrates its 11th graduation

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On February 21, 2025, the Baltimore City District Court Re-Entry Project (DCREP) will celebrate its 11th graduation ceremony.

Two sentenced in ESA fraud case involving over $196K

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Attorney General Kris Mayes has announced the sentencing of two individuals involved in a fraud case related to the Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA) Program.

Drummond calls for Senate action on HALT Fentanyl Act

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Attorney General Gentner Drummond is spearheading efforts to address the fentanyl crisis by urging the U.S. Senate to pass legislation aimed at closing a significant drug trafficking loophole.

Ecuadorian man sentenced for conspiracy involving misbranded prescription drugs

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An Ecuadorian man, Daniel Pinos, has been sentenced for his involvement in a scheme to introduce misbranded prescription drugs into the United States.