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James introduces FAIR Business Practices Act for consumer protection
New York Attorney General Letitia James has introduced new legislation aimed at protecting consumers and small businesses from a variety of unfair, deceptive, and abusive practices.
Megan K. Cavanagh named next Chief Justice of Michigan Supreme Court
Megan K. Cavanagh has been unanimously selected by her colleagues to become the next Chief Justice of the Michigan Supreme Court, succeeding Beth Clement when she steps down.
Officer involved death under investigation by Wisconsin DOJ
The Wisconsin Department of Justice Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is investigating an officer-involved death that occurred in the Town of Blue Mounds, Wisconsin, on Sunday, March 2, 2025.
Ecuadorian national sentenced for false US citizenship claim
Luis Mauafrewiny Aviles Matias, also known as Leiver Artur Ponce Leon and Juan Perez Chavez, has pleaded guilty to making a false claim of United States citizenship.
Swanzey man pleads guilty to firearm theft at Winchester gun shop
A Swanzey resident has admitted guilt in a federal court for the theft of firearms from Trader John’s Gun Shop.
Mexican national faces firearm and immigration charges in Salt Lake City
A federal grand jury in Salt Lake City has indicted Gerardo Lopez-Gutierrez, a Mexican national residing illegally in the United States, on charges related to firearms and immigration violations.
Honduran man admits to false statements in juvenile immigration case
An 18-year-old Honduran citizen, Elger Fabricio Cotto-Navarro, has admitted to making false statements in a juvenile immigration case.
Federal court orders reinstatement of fired probationary federal employees
A federal court has mandated the reinstatement of probationary federal employees who were terminated under the Trump administration.
Former Savanna police officer sentenced to 40 years under enhanced penalties
A former police officer from Savanna, Oklahoma, has been sentenced to 40 years in prison for sexually assaulting a woman during a traffic stop and obstructing justice by disabling his body-worn and dash cameras.
Justice McCallum speaks at bicentennial event for Louisiana Civil Code
Louisiana Supreme Court Justice Jay B. McCallum is scheduled to speak at an event commemorating the Bicentennial of the 1825 Louisiana Civil Code.
Supreme Court urged to affirm Medicaid recipients' right to choose their providers
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined a group of 17 attorneys general in submitting an amicus brief to the U.S. Supreme Court.
Defendants sentenced for multi-state retail theft scheme
Sentencing has concluded for four individuals involved in a large-scale retail theft scheme spanning multiple states.
Election announced for judicial nominating commissioner in district 1B
A vacancy has been announced in the office of Elective Judicial Nominating Commissioner for Judicial Election District 1B.
Coalition sues Trump administration over plans to cut Department of Education
New York Attorney General Letitia James has initiated legal action against the Trump administration, leading a coalition of 20 attorneys general.
Georgian crime boss sentenced alongside associates for extortion offenses
The Acting United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Matthew Podolsky, has announced the sentencing of four individuals involved in extortion offenses.
Attorneys general sue Trump administration over Department of Education cuts
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has taken legal action against the Trump administration in response to its plan to significantly reduce the workforce of the Department of Education (DOE).
Judge David E. Reich announces retirement from South Central Judicial District
South Central Judicial District Judge David E. Reich has announced his retirement, effective June 6, 2025.
California DOJ releases annual report on firearm seizures through APPS program
The California Department of Justice has released its 2024 Armed and Prohibited Persons System (APPS) annual report.
Honduran national pleads guilty to illegal reentry after deportation
Acting U.S. Attorney Michael M. Simpson announced that Evin Enrique Funez-Cruz, a 22-year-old Honduran national, has pleaded guilty to reentering the United States after deportation.
Mexican national charged with illegal re-entry after multiple deportations
U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced the arrest of Juan Vera-Cervantes, a 45-year-old Mexican national, in Rochester, New York.