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🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Guerrero Attorney General Executes Search Warrants in Taxco de Alarcón

The Guerrero Attorney General's Office conducted search operations in Taxco de Alarcón, seizing several properties and equipment suspected to be linked to illicit activities.

Mar 4 • 19:28 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

'I didn't take part in anything,' says accused of collective rape, according to attorney

Attorneys for Vitor Hugo Oliveira Simonin, accused of involvement in the gang rape of a 17-year-old girl, assert his innocence despite his admission of being present at the scene.

Mar 4 • 15:40 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

The Attorney General to the Supreme Court: Issue an Order to Dismiss Ben Gvir from the Position of Minister in Charge of the Police

Israel's Attorney General has requested the Supreme Court to issue an order dismissing National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir from his position, criticizing Prime Minister Netanyahu's silence on Ben Gvir's conduct.

Mar 4 • 07:53 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

PGR expresses opinion for the archiving of inquiry opened by Moraes against Elon Musk

Brazil's Attorney General Paulo Gonet has recommended the archiving of an inquiry into Elon Musk and his social media platform X, citing a lack of evidence for intentional misconduct by the platform in complying with judicial orders.

Mar 3 • 19:01 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The Attorney General's Office commented on the electoral process in the FEF: these are the 3 sports impacts

The Attorney General's Office of Ecuador clarifies the implications of the new sports law on leadership tenures within sports organizations, particularly concerning the re-election of Francisco Egas in the FEF.

Mar 2 • 23:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Ecuadorian Olympic Committee distances itself from the statement of the Attorney General regarding the terms of its board

The Ecuadorian Olympic Committee has officially distanced itself from a letter issued by the Attorney General, clarifying the limitations on consecutive terms in sports institutions.

Mar 2 • 21:37 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Statement from the Attorney General clarifies that there cannot be a third consecutive term in sports organizations

The Ecuadorian Attorney General's Office has clarified that the new Sports Law does not allow for a third consecutive term for officials in sports organizations, particularly impacting the elections in the Ecuadorian Football Federation.

Mar 2 • 18:37 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
Crime & Justice

FGR obtains evidence for the bodyguards of 'Mencho' to remain in prison

The Mexican Attorney General's Office has secured the detention of two alleged bodyguards of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as 'El Mencho', who are linked to the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.

Mar 2 • 06:14 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Attorney Annika Vait: Board Members Are Always and Actually Responsible

Annika Vait, a partner at RASK law firm, discusses the increasing daily reality of personal responsibility for board members in Estonia.

Feb 28 • 14:52 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Peramato asserts her authority in the Attorney General's Office

The Attorney General, Teresa Peramato, has made key appointments that assert her authority while attempting to appease the conservative Association of Prosecutors.

Feb 27 • 19:07 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Supreme Court rejects the annulment of the conviction of the former Attorney General for the revelation of secrets

The Supreme Court of Spain has upheld the conviction of former Attorney General Álvaro García Ortiz for the crime of revealing secrets, rejecting calls for annulment by his defense and emphasizing the dissenting opinions of two judges.

Feb 26 • 12:55 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Venezuelan Assembly appoints Larry Daniel Devoe as acting Attorney General following Tarek William Saab's resignation

The Venezuelan National Assembly appointed Larry Daniel Devoe as the acting Attorney General after Tarek William Saab resigned from the position.

Feb 25 • 22:24 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Attorney General: I have no information about interference in the investigation related to Skvernelis

The Attorney General of Lithuania stated that she has no information regarding any interference in the investigation concerning politician Skvernelis.

Feb 25 • 19:17 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

The Attorney General: The Police Investigations Department Law Will Lead to Political Control

The proposed law to place the Police Investigations Department under the Minister of Justice raises concerns of political interference and undermines public trust in the investigative process.

Feb 24 • 08:48 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Career criminal Oscar Fowler back in custody on state charges after Biden freed him

Oscar Fowler, a repeat offender whose federal sentence was commuted by President Biden, has been arrested again to face state charges, according to Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier.

Feb 24 • 01:19 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Trump's Tariffs Stopped: 'A Feeling Like After a Gold Medal'

A coalition of a law professor, a leading attorney, and a wine importer succeeded in overturning many of Trump's emergency tariffs, marking a significant Supreme Court ruling.

Feb 22 • 17:03 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Attorney Lewandowski, Ziobro's lawyer, helped write the gag law 2.0 against judges

Attorney Bartosz Lewandowski is identified as a co-author of a controversial draft law that imposes severe penalties on judges in Poland.

Feb 22 • 14:08 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Venezuelan Attorney General, Tarek William Saab: Amnesty Law Closes a Circle of Internal Wounds in Venezuelan Society

Venezuelan Attorney General Tarek William Saab stated that the newly approved Amnesty Law aims to heal societal wounds and encourages non-violence in resolving differences.

Feb 20 • 00:06 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

The Attorney General on the Commissioner’s Claim That She is Preventing the Use of Spyware: The Government Can Promote Legislation Immediately

The Israeli Attorney General, Gali Baharav-Miara, responded to accusations from Police Commissioner Kobi Shabtai and National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, stating that the government has the ability to legislate on the use of advanced technological means by law enforcement without delay.

Feb 19 • 11:19 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Ogun AG slams misuse of police power in civil cases

The Ogun State Attorney-General has condemned the misuse of police authority to resolve civil disputes, emphasizing that such actions violate constitutional rights.

Feb 19 • 09:27 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Ken Paxton sues Dallas over alleged failure to fund police as required by Proposition U

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against Dallas, claiming the city did not adequately fund its police department as mandated by Proposition U.

Feb 16 • 06:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Incident at STT shocked lawyers: this is low

Agnė Silickienė, a former advisor to Saulius Skvernelis, faced delays attending a corruption investigation at the STT due to her attorney's refusal to leave car keys in a designated cabinet.

Feb 14 • 09:04 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Trump ousts judge-installed prosecutor; constitutional expert says Article II leaves no doubt

President Trump has terminated U.S. attorney Donald Kinsella, citing constitutional authority, which has sparked debates over presidential power and judicial appointments.

Feb 13 • 23:08 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

GOP senator, Minnesota AG clash at Capitol Hill hearing: 'Sit there and smirk, it's sick'

Senator Ron Johnson criticized Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison for his demeanor at a Capitol Hill hearing, accusing him of fostering unrest.

Feb 12 • 17:01 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Amnesty law can bring peace to Venezuela, believes attorney general

The Venezuelan attorney general expresses hope that a proposed amnesty law will prevent the recurrence of certain crimes and bring peace to the country, amidst political changes and US influence.

Feb 12 • 01:51 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Ignorance Drives Injustice in Lagos – AG

The Lagos State Attorney-General, Mr. Lawal Pedro, highlights that widespread ignorance of justice mechanisms is the primary cause of injustice in the state, rather than a lack of legal institutions.

Feb 12 • 01:14 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Criminal Offense for Fun. "There is an increase in violent experiences among children," says Chief State Attorney Bradáčová

Lenka Bradáčová, the Chief State Attorney of Czechia, discusses the rising trend of violence among children and addresses concerns about recent legal issues involving the government and law enforcement communication.

Feb 11 • 14:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

A Common Misconception That Can Cause Inheritance to Go to the Wrong Family Branch – A Lawyer Explains How to Avoid It: 'It Comes as a Shock'

An attorney shares insights on the misconceptions around inheritance planning that can lead to unintended beneficiaries and offers advice on ensuring one's assets are passed on as intended.

Feb 9 • 10:37 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

SAN title can be withdrawn if abused — AGF

The Attorney General of Nigeria warns that the title of Senior Advocate of Nigeria can be revoked if misused, emphasizing the importance of ethical conduct among its holders.

Feb 9 • 00:30 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Prime Minister Fico sees no room for electing Žilinka's successor in the current parliament

Prime Minister Robert Fico stated that there is no legal basis for prematurely dismissing the Attorney General without specific circumstances defined by law, casting doubt on the feasibility of electing a successor before the next parliamentary elections.

Feb 7 • 14:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Popular jury of ex-Federal Police officer accused of shooting at gas station customers postponed after attorney change five days before trial

The Paraná Court of Justice postponed the trial of former federal police officer Ronaldo Massuia Silva, who is accused of a shooting attack at a gas station in Curitiba, due to a change in his defense attorney just six days prior to the jury.

Feb 6 • 20:11 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Crime & Justice

The law that released Epstein documents to the public

The article discusses a law enacted by the U.S. Congress and signed by President Donald Trump on November 19, 2025, which mandates the U.S. Attorney General to disclose all documents related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein held by the Department of Justice.

Feb 5 • 11:02 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Crime & Justice

I thought I could disguise it: Lawyers sent for documents in the resignation agency Morumuri case

Three lawyers have been sent for documentation on charges of violating the attorney law due to illegal soliciting of legal services related to a resignation agency called Morumuri.

Feb 5 • 09:10 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Crime & Justice

Deputy AG details 'massive underground fraud network' allegedly behind Minneapolis anti-ICE push

Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche announced the discovery of a significant underground fraud network in Minneapolis that he claims has contributed to a coordinated movement against the presence of ICE in the city.

Feb 3 • 13:11 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Crime & Justice

Was there a reward of 16,500 yen per introduction of clients? The resignation agency Moamuri incident

Two representatives of the resignation agency 'Moamuri' were arrested for violating the attorney law by introducing clients to a law firm for a fee, while denying awareness of any legal violations.

Feb 3 • 12:20 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

Exclusive: 'International law has died' with Maduro's capture, Venezuela's attorney general says

Venezuela's Attorney General Tarek William Saab condemned the capture of Nicolas Maduro, stating that it signifies the death of international law.

Jan 14 • 10:53 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Crime & Justice

Attorney of Nick Reiner speaks out about withdrawal from murder case

Attorney Nick Reiner has explained his withdrawal from defending the accused, citing ethical reasons that prevent him from revealing further details.

Jan 14 • 10:33 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Crime & Justice

Trans athlete's lawyer avoids questions about West Virginia AG's comments about sexual harassment allegations

Joshua Block, attorney for a transgender athlete, declined to comment on West Virginia AG John McCuskey's remarks regarding harassment allegations against the athlete.

Jan 14 • 00:21 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Crime & Justice

Alito presses trans female athlete's lawyer on definition of woman during SCOTUS hearing

Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito questioned an attorney representing a transgender female athlete on the definitions of gender during a Supreme Court case.

Jan 13 • 18:18 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Crime & Justice

Nick Reiner’s former attorney Alan Jackson doubles down after quitting murder case: ‘He’s not guilty’

High-profile attorney Alan Jackson remains assertive in declaring Nick Reiner 'not guilty' even after resigning from the case.

Jan 13 • 17:35 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Crime & Justice

'Cringe' Soros-backed Philly DA torched for dropping ‘FAFO’ in warning to ICE

Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner faced backlash from police groups and supporters of former President Trump for his social media warning to ICE and the National Guard regarding accountability for crimes in the city.

Jan 13 • 15:34 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Crime & Justice

West Virginia AG addresses allegations against trans athlete plaintiff in women's sports SCOTUS battle

West Virginia's Attorney General John McCuskey responded to sexual harassment allegations against a transgender athlete involved in a Supreme Court case about the state's law restricting biological males from competing in women's sports.

Jan 13 • 04:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
World

UK right to weigh diplomacy before ‘calling out’ allies on international law breaches, says attorney general

The UK's attorney general stated that countries should consider their diplomatic relations when addressing breaches of international law, following criticism of the government's response to the US attack on Venezuela.

Jan 9 • 15:14 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

The lawyer revealed how to recognize a lie in seconds: "Pay attention to five things"

Dan Cogdell, a criminal defense attorney from Houston, shares five key phrases that often indicate when someone is lying, based on his forty years of experience in law.

Jan 9 • 08:22 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Crime & Justice

AG Pam Bondi warns Minnesota protesters after ICE shooting: 'Do not test our resolve'

U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi cautions Minnesota protesters against obstructing federal law enforcement, emphasizing that such actions will lead to arrests and prosecutions.

Jan 8 • 19:21 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Crime & Justice

The 16-year-old before the prosecutor for the fatal beating of a 17-year-old in Serres - Defense attorney: 'It's an unfortunate moment'

A 16-year-old is facing a prosecutor regarding the fatal beating of a 17-year-old in Serres, with his attorney describing it as an unfortunate incident.

Jan 7 • 15:28 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Crime & Justice

Pirro touts DC crime is being prosecuted 'like never before' in announcing year-end stats

U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro announced significant crime prosecution achievements in Washington D.C. and the effectiveness of federal enforcement resources under President Trump.

Jan 6 • 19:47 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Crime & Justice

Questions raised over Hochul’s understanding of church teaching in assisted suicide legislation

A Catholic family law attorney warns that Governor Kathy Hochul's support for the Medical Aid in Dying Act, which would legalize physician-assisted suicide in New York, contradicts Catholic teachings.

Jan 6 • 12:00 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Crime & Justice

“There is not even a simulation of the rule of law” – Moscow postpones trial

The trial of German artist Jacques Tilly in Moscow has been postponed due to the absence of a defense attorney, as he faces charges related to satirical portrayals of Putin, which he criticizes as a sham of justice.

Dec 30 • 13:31 UTC

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