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Drug trafficker admits guilt for possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 29, 2025
Gilberto Contreras has admitted guilt to charges of possessing nearly 1,000 pounds of methamphetamine with the intent to distribute.
Federal indictment reveals major drug trafficking operation in south Georgia
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 29, 2025
A federal indictment has been unsealed, revealing charges against 37 individuals in connection with a significant drug trafficking operation in South Georgia.
U.S. Attorney's Office reports over $72M in collections for fiscal year 2024
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 28, 2025
The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Georgia reported collections and forfeitures exceeding $72 million for Fiscal Year 2024, as announced by Acting U.S. Attorney Richard S. Moultrie, Jr. “Obtaining financial justice for victims...
Decatur man pleads guilty after injuring officer during traffic stop
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 28, 2025
DeKalb County District Attorney Sherry Boston announced a guilty plea in the case of Derric Alexander Simpson, a Decatur resident charged with injuring a police officer during a traffic stop in Dunwoody.
Court seeks applicants for magistrate judge roles in Rome and Atlanta
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 27, 2025
The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia is seeking applicants for two magistrate judge positions.
Former contractor convicted for defrauding FEMA post-Hurricane Maria
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 24, 2025
Following an eight-day trial, Tiffany Brown has been convicted of defrauding the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and a Georgia-based litigation funding company.
Defendants sentenced for securities fraud involving fake company rumors
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 24, 2025
Milan Patel has been sentenced to prison for his role in a market manipulation scheme involving false rumors about publicly traded companies.
C.R. Bard settles $17M lawsuit over alleged healthcare kickbacks
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 23, 2025
C.R. Bard, Inc., along with its affiliates Liberator Medical Supply, Inc., Liberator Holdings, and Rochester Medical Corporation, has agreed to a $17 million settlement over allegations of violating the False Claims Act.
Pain management doctor settles $3.5M case over false claims act allegations
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 23, 2025
Dr. Kamal Kabakibou and his medical practice, Kamal Kabakibou, M.D., P.C., known as "The Center for Pain Management," have agreed to a $3.5 million settlement with the United States.
Canadian sentenced for importing counterfeit Xanax into US via dark web
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 23, 2025
Arden McCann, a Canadian national, has been sentenced to 30 years in federal prison for his involvement in an international narcotics distribution network operating over the dark web.
Atlanta and Newnan court divisions close due to weather
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 22, 2025
The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia has announced that its Atlanta and Newnan divisions will be closed on Wednesday, January 22, 2025.
Investment professional receives seven-year sentence for defrauding millions through investment scheme
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 22, 2025
Craig Allen, an executive officer of C.M. Allen Capital Management, Inc., has been sentenced to over seven years in federal prison for his role in a fraudulent investment scheme.
Court closures in Brunswick and Savannah due to weather
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 22, 2025
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Georgia has announced the closure of its Brunswick and Savannah offices on Thursday, January 23, 2025.
Court delays in Atlanta and Newnan due to winter weather
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 22, 2025
On Thursday, January 23, 2025, the Atlanta and Newnan divisions of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia will delay opening by two hours due to recent wintry weather.
Atlanta and Newnan court divisions close due to winter weather
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 21, 2025
The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia has announced that its Atlanta and Newnan divisions will be closed on Wednesday, January 22, 2025.
U.S. District Court in Georgia to close early due to weather
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 21, 2025
All divisions of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia will close early at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 21, 2025.
Court in Southern District of Georgia closed due to weather
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 21, 2025
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Georgia will not be open on Wednesday, January 22, 2025.
Richard S. Moultrie Jr. named acting U.S. attorney for Northern District of Georgia
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 21, 2025
First Assistant U.S. Attorney Richard S. Moultrie, Jr. has taken over as the Acting U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Georgia, succeeding Ryan K. Buchanan.
Federal indictments highlight crackdown on illegal firearm possession in Georgia
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 17, 2025
Federal authorities in the Southern District of Georgia have returned indictments against multiple individuals on firearms charges.
Tara M. Lyons appointed as acting U.S. attorney for Southern District of Georgia
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 17, 2025
As of January 18, 2025, Tara M. Lyons has assumed the role of Acting U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Georgia.