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Judge Westmore's Criminal Standing Order

Judge Kandis A. Westmore of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California has issued a new criminal standing order. This order will take effect on February 5, 2026, and outlines procedures for criminal proceedings before the judge.

DEA Schedules Clonazolam, Diclazepam, Etizolam, Flualprazolam, and Flubromazolam in Schedule I

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is permanently scheduling five substances (clonazolam, diclazepam, etizolam, flualprazolam, and flubromazolam) in Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act. This rule is effective April 1, 2026.

FinCEN Proposes Special Measure Against Swiss MBaer Bank

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has proposed a special measure against MBaer Merchant Bank AG, a Swiss financial institution, identifying it as a primary money laundering concern. This proposal aims to protect the U.S. financial system from illicit finance.

Northern Georgia Court Grants TRO Against Leadership Committee

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia granted a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) against Georgia's Lieutenant Governor and others concerning the state's "LC Statute" (O.C.G.A. § 21-5-34.2). The ruling addresses challenges to campaign contribution limits for leadership committees.

Danielle V. v. Commissioner of Social Security - Order Reversing Denial of Benefits

The U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington issued an order reversing and remanding the Commissioner of Social Security's decision to deny supplemental security income and disability insurance benefits to Danielle V. The case, docketed as 3:25-cv-05104, involves judicial review of the administrative law judge's decision.

VolumeFi Software v. Manian - Intentional Interference Case

The California Court of Appeal, Sixth Appellate District, filed an opinion in VolumeFi Software, Inc. v. Zaki Manian. The court affirmed the trial court's order denying Manian's special motion to strike the intentional interference with contract claim, finding the claim did not arise from protected statements.

Vartanian v. Swalef - Property Dispute Appeal

The California Court of Appeal affirmed a lower court's decision to enforce a settlement agreement in Vartanian v. Swalef. The dispute involved vegetation encroachment between neighboring properties. The court upheld the dismissal of the lawsuit after the settlement terms were met.

Bartholomew v. Parking Concepts, Inc. - Opinion Modification

The California Court of Appeal filed an order modifying an opinion in Bartholomew v. Parking Concepts, Inc. The modification adds a footnote to clarify the scope of privacy concerns related to Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) data collection. The court also denied the respondent's petition for rehearing.

Office of the Chief Administrative Hearing Officer Electronic Filing

The Executive Office for Immigration Review has issued an interim final rule establishing electronic filing procedures for immigration proceedings. The rule is effective March 2, 2026, and comments are due by April 1, 2026.

NY AG Investigates Civilian Death After Police Encounter

New York Attorney General's Office of Special Investigation has opened an investigation into the death of Eslam Hegazy following an encounter with Vestal Police Department officers. The investigation is being conducted under state executive law, which mandates assessment of incidents where a police officer may have caused a civilian's death.