In re Stewart - Attorney Discipline

The Kansas Supreme Court issued a published censure against attorney Shawn E. Stewart for violating professional conduct rules. Stewart stipulated to engaging in conduct involving dishonesty, fraud, deceit, or misrepresentation by misrepresenting his income to the Kansas Department of Revenue.

State v. Evans - Criminal History Classification

The Kansas Supreme Court reversed a lower court's decision regarding the classification of an out-of-state conviction for criminal history purposes. The court held that a Nevada robbery conviction under the specified statute must be classified as a nonperson felony, impacting the defendant's sentencing.

State v. Bey - Criminal Law

The Kansas Supreme Court affirmed a conviction for first-degree premeditated murder and criminal possession of a firearm in State v. Bey. The court found that the victim's out-of-court statements regarding abuse and threats were admissible under the necessity exception to hearsay rules and as evidence of motive and intent.

State v. Lopez - Kansas Supreme Court Opinion

The Kansas Supreme Court affirmed a district court's decision denying a defendant's motion to depart from a mandatory life sentence for first-degree murder. The court clarified the standards for reviewing departure motions and the definitions of substantial and compelling reasons for sentence modification.

State v. Craig - Suppression of Evidence

The Kansas Supreme Court clarified the definition of "suppressing evidence" for interlocutory appeals, holding that an order denying a late witness endorsement can qualify if it substantially impairs the State's ability to prosecute. The Court reversed a lower appellate court's decision, affirming the district court's discretion in denying the State's belated motion to endorse witnesses.

State v. Manzano-Legarda - Juror Inquiry

The Kansas Supreme Court affirmed a felony murder conviction, ruling that the defendant lacked standing to challenge the search of a vehicle he did not own and that any error in admitting evidence from his room was harmless. The court also addressed the proper procedure for jury inquiries.

Kansas Law License Reinstatement for Ronald Schneider

The Kansas Supreme Court has reinstated Ronald Schneider's law license to active status after it was transferred to disabled status on June 20, 2023. The court accepted the Office of the Disciplinary Administrator's recommendation following Schneider's petition for reinstatement.

DOJ Sues Harvard University for Antisemitism

The Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against Harvard University for alleged discrimination against Jewish and Israeli students, in violation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The suit claims Harvard has been deliberately indifferent to antisemitic harassment and has failed to enforce its campus rules.

Utah Businesses Guided on Cash Rounding During Penny Shortage

The Utah Division of Consumer Protection has issued guidance to businesses on how to handle cash rounding during a national penny shortage. The guidance recommends a specific rounding methodology for cash-only transactions after taxes are calculated and requires businesses to provide notice of their chosen method.

Utah Division of Consumer Protection Fines Maintenance Funding Providers

The Utah Division of Consumer Protection has concluded an audit of maintenance funding providers (MFPs), identifying over 600 violations of the Maintenance Funding Practices Act. This has resulted in nearly $100,000 in fines levied against 14 providers for issues including failure to register, improper disclosures, and inappropriate referral practices.

Utah AG Secures $7.9M Judgment Against Amazon Store Scammer

The Utah Division of Consumer Protection secured a $7.9 million judgment and permanent ban against Parker J. Wilde for a deceptive Amazon e-commerce store scheme that defrauded over 200 consumers. Wilde is prohibited from participating in money-making schemes and telemarketing in Utah.

Mercedes-Benz USA Settles with 50 States for $149.6M Over Emissions Defeat Devices

Utah and 50 other states have reached a $149.6 million settlement with Mercedes-Benz USA and Daimler AG for using illegal emissions defeat devices in over 211,000 diesel vehicles. The settlement addresses deceptive practices related to circumventing emissions standards and misleading consumers about environmental compliance.

FTC, States Reach $100M Settlement with Walmart Over Deception

The FTC and a bipartisan group of state attorneys general have reached a $100 million multistate settlement with Walmart over allegations of deceiving drivers and customers in its Spark Driver Program. The settlement resolves claims that Walmart misrepresented driver pay and customer tips, with $89 million for consumer restitution and $11 million in penalties to states.

FCA Later Life Mortgages Market Study Terms of Reference

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has published the Terms of Reference for a new market study into the later life mortgages sector. The study will examine competition and consumer needs in the lifetime and retirement interest only (RIO) mortgage markets. The FCA is inviting stakeholder views on the scope of the study.

Livewire v3.6.3 Remote Command Execution Vulnerability Patched

CISA has issued a notice regarding a critical remote command execution vulnerability (CVE-2025-54068) in Livewire v3 up to v3.6.3. The vulnerability, which affects specific configurations and does not require authentication, has been patched in version 3.6.4.

Apple Products Memory Corruption Vulnerability

CISA has updated its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog to include CVE-2025-43510, a memory corruption vulnerability affecting various Apple products. The vulnerability, which could allow a malicious application to cause unexpected memory changes, has been addressed by Apple in recent software updates.

Craft CMS Remote Code Execution Vulnerability Fixed

CISA has updated its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog to include CVE-2025-32432, a critical remote code execution vulnerability in Craft CMS. The vulnerability affects versions 3.x, 4.x, and 5.x and has been patched by the vendor. Organizations are urged to update their Craft CMS instances to the latest versions to mitigate this risk.

Apple Buffer Overflow Vulnerability Fixed in Safari, iOS, macOS

CISA has added a buffer overflow vulnerability (CVE-2025-31277) affecting Apple products to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog. The vulnerability, which allows for memory corruption via maliciously crafted web content, has been addressed by Apple in recent software updates.

CISA Adds Five Known Exploited Vulnerabilities to Catalog

CISA has added five new vulnerabilities to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) Catalog, based on evidence of active exploitation. These vulnerabilities pose significant risks to the federal enterprise and CISA urges all organizations to prioritize their remediation.

CISA: Apple Products Memory Corruption Vulnerability Addressed

CISA has issued an advisory regarding a memory corruption vulnerability (CVE-2025-43520) affecting various Apple products. The vulnerability, which could allow a malicious application to cause system termination or write kernel memory, has been addressed by Apple through software updates.

DOE Partners SoftBank, AEP Ohio for AI Computing Infrastructure

The U.S. Department of Energy, in partnership with SoftBank and AEP Ohio, announced a public-private initiative to redevelop DOE land, modernize energy infrastructure, and develop advanced computing in Southern Ohio. The project includes 10 GW of new power generation and a 10 GW data center, aiming to lower electricity costs and create jobs.

WHB 2312 v. Uber Technologies - Product Liability Case Filing

A new civil case, WHB 2312 v. Uber Technologies, Inc. et al., has been filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case is classified as a Personal Injury Product Liability action and was filed on March 20, 2026.

Theodore Stanley Landry v. Janelle Nicole Landry - Divorce Case Appeal

The Texas Supreme Court reversed a prior judgment by the court of appeals in the divorce case of Theodore Stanley Landry v. Janelle Nicole Landry. The court found that the appeals court erred in its previous rulings regarding the classification of investment accounts as separate property.

Montrell Reid appeals harassment and stalking convictions

The Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals reviewed Montrell Reid's appeal of his harassment and stalking convictions. The court affirmed the trial court's denial of probation but remanded for a determination of the percentage of service for his sentence.

Tennessee Court Affirms Probation Revocation for Louis Thomas Smith

The Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals affirmed the Lauderdale County Circuit Court's decision to revoke Louis Thomas Smith's supervised probation. The court found that Smith violated the terms of his probation by absconding, leading to the imposition of his original ten-year sentence.

FL DEP Funds Escambia County Carpenter Creek Headwaters Park Restoration

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) announced funding for the Carpenter Creek Headwaters Park in Escambia County. The project involved restoring 2.6 acres of wetlands and implementing drainage enhancements to improve water quality and flood protection. DEP provided over $2 million through the Deepwater Horizon Program's Natural Resource Damage Assessment grants.

Auto City Sales Inc. Consent Order - NH Banking Department

The New Hampshire Banking Department has issued a Consent Order with Auto City Sales Inc., a licensed retail seller. The order allows Auto City Sales Inc. to renew its license for 2023 and grants an extension until February 10, 2023, to transition its license to the National Multistate Licensing System and Registry (NMLS).

BAM Trading Services - Motion to Reschedule Pre-Hearing Conference

The New Hampshire Banking Department granted a motion to reschedule a pre-hearing conference for BAM Trading Services Inc. in Docket # 2025-001. The conference was moved from November 17, 2025, to November 18, 2025, due to a conflict with BAM Trading's counsel.

BAM Trading Services Inc. - Discovery Schedule Modification

The New Hampshire Banking Department and BAM Trading Services Inc. have jointly filed a motion to modify the discovery schedule in Docket #2025-001. The parties requested and were granted an extension for written discovery responses and a rescheduling of the pre-hearing conference to allow for further investigation and preparation.

BAM Trading Services Inc. - Pro Hac Vice Admission Motion

The New Hampshire Banking Department has granted an unopposed motion for pro hac vice admission for Sameer P. Sheikh, an attorney representing BAM Trading Services Inc. in Docket No. 2025-001. The admission allows Mr. Sheikh to practice before the department in this specific matter.

BAM Trading Services Inc. Motion to Dismiss Granted

The New Hampshire Banking Department has granted a motion to dismiss the Order to Show Cause against BAM Trading Services Inc. The adjudicative proceeding has been discontinued without prejudice. This action resolves the enforcement action initiated by the department.

Boston Common Mortgage Inc. Consent Order

The Massachusetts Division of Banks issued a Consent Order against Boston Common Mortgage, Inc. for substantial non-compliance with mortgage broker regulations. The order requires the company to infuse capital, maintain an adjusted net worth of $25,000, submit financial statements, revise its AML program, and establish new policies and procedures.

NH Secretary of State Warns of Fake Annual Report Solicitations

The New Hampshire Secretary of State is warning businesses about ongoing third-party solicitations for annual report filings that are not official government communications. These solicitations may charge unnecessary fees or direct businesses to file reports when none are due. Businesses are advised to use the official NH QuickStart system for filing.

NH Banking Commissioner Attends Bankers Association Capitol Day

The New Hampshire Banking Department announced that Commissioner Emela A.S. Galdieri attended the New Hampshire Bankers Association's annual Capitol Day event on March 3, 2026. The event provided banking industry members with insight into the legislative process and priorities.

NH DOJ Urges Participation in 'Slam the Scam' Day

The New Hampshire Department of Justice is urging residents to participate in National 'Slam the Scam' Day on March 5, 2026. The announcement aims to raise awareness about common scam tactics and provide tips to help consumers avoid fraud, referencing a significant increase in reported scam losses nationwide.

Scam Alert: Unpaid Tolls Text Message Scam

The New Hampshire Security Team issued a scam alert regarding text messages claiming unpaid tolls and fake court summons. These messages, often containing QR codes, are designed to steal financial information and money from recipients.

NH Banking Commissioner to Appear on WMUR's Business Segment

New Hampshire Banking Department Commissioner Emelia Galdieri will be interviewed on WMUR's NH's Business segment on March 22, 2026. The discussion will cover topics related to New Hampshire banks, including deposits, lending, and the state's banking outlook.

Colorado AG Blocks Nexstar/Tegna Merger

Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser filed an emergency motion for a temporary restraining order to block the proposed merger between Nexstar Media Group and Tegna Inc. The lawsuit alleges the multibillion-dollar deal would create the largest broadcast station group in the U.S., harm local news, increase consumer costs, and reduce jobs.

FATF Identifies High-Risk Jurisdictions for Enhanced Due Diligence

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has updated its list of high-risk jurisdictions subject to a call for action, requiring enhanced due diligence. This update impacts financial institutions globally by identifying countries with strategic deficiencies in their anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing regimes.

FATF High-Risk Jurisdictions List Update

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has updated its list of jurisdictions under increased monitoring, commonly known as the 'grey list', effective February 2026. This update signifies changes in the global effort to combat money laundering and terrorist financing by identifying countries requiring enhanced scrutiny.

FATF Report on Illicit Finance Risks of Stablecoins and Unhosted Wallets

The FATF has published a targeted report identifying illicit finance risks associated with stablecoins and unhosted wallets. The report aims to provide guidance to countries and the private sector on mitigating these risks in the virtual asset space.

FATF Evaluation of Eritrea's Anti-Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Measures

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has published an evaluation of Eritrea's measures to combat money laundering and terrorist financing. This report assesses Eritrea's compliance with international standards and identifies areas for improvement in its anti-financial crime regime.

FATF Report on Offshore Virtual Asset Service Providers

The FATF has released a new report highlighting the illicit finance risks associated with offshore Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs). The report identifies key risks and provides recommendations for mitigating these risks to enhance the integrity of the global financial system.

FATF Attends UNODC-INTERPOL Global Fraud Summit

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) announced its participation in the UNODC-INTERPOL Global Fraud Summit. The summit focused on combating financial crime and illicit financial flows, bringing together international law enforcement and financial intelligence units.

FATF Consolidated Assessment Ratings

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has published its consolidated assessment ratings, covering the period from 2014 to 2026. This document provides an overview of countries' compliance with FATF recommendations on anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing.

Man Pleads Guilty to Securities Fraud and Money Laundering

The Utah Attorney General's Office announced that James Curt Miller pleaded guilty to securities fraud and money laundering. The misconduct involved false investment representations and misuse of investor funds, resulting in losses exceeding $10,000. Miller was sentenced to 1 to 15 years in prison.

Utah AG Launches Federalism Section to Defend State Sovereignty

The Utah Attorney General's office has established a new Federalism and Strategic Litigation Section. This section will focus on defending state sovereignty and constitutional authority in legal battles, aiming to influence national policy and represent Utah's interests.

Utah AG Obtains Human Smuggling Conviction Involving Minors

The Utah Attorney General's Office announced a conviction against Miguel Angel Chay Tiguila for Aggravated Human Smuggling involving three minors. The conviction stems from a June 11, 2025, traffic stop where Tiguila was found transporting seven individuals not legally present in the U.S. for commercial purposes.

Utah Wins Federal Court Ruling on Housing Energy Standards

A federal court ruled in favor of Utah and other states, invalidating new energy efficiency standards for residential construction implemented by HUD and USDA. The court found the agencies unlawfully adopted private standards and failed to consider the impact on affordable housing availability, which could have added thousands of dollars to new home costs.

Utah AG Continues Live Nation/Ticketmaster Antitrust Lawsuit

Utah Attorney General Derek Brown confirmed the state will continue its antitrust litigation against Live Nation and Ticketmaster, despite a recent settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice. Utah is part of a bipartisan coalition alleging the companies illegally monopolize the live entertainment industry, leading to higher prices and limited competition for consumers.