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AG Yost targets sellers of illegal vaping devices in Ohio
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has initiated a campaign to address the influx of illegal vaping devices in Ohio communities, focusing on protecting young people from addiction, respiratory problems, and other health risks associated with these products.
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Former Columbus Zoo purchasing agent pleads guilty to multiple felonies
A former purchasing agent for the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium must pay $90,000 in restitution to the zoo after pleading guilty this morning to six felonies and two misdemeanors, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced.
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Attorney General Yost comments on death of Cleveland police officer
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost issued a statement regarding the death of Cleveland Police Officer Jamieson Ritter, 27, who was killed overnight in the line of duty.
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Ohio grants funds for new fingerprint scanners enhancing court systems
(COLUMBUS, Ohio) — A grant program designed to enhance the accuracy and completeness of the state’s criminal-records repository will pay for 77 new devices that courts across Ohio will use to capture defendants’ fingerprints for submission to the database, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced today.
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Former Columbus Zoo marketing director pleads guilty in fraud case
(DELAWARE, Ohio) — With a trial date approaching, the former marketing director for the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium pleaded guilty today to 16 felony counts and one misdemeanor, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced.
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AG Yost introduces new training video on identifying human trafficking
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced the launch of a new training scenario for EMS workers, the fourth in a series of videos aimed at helping health-care professionals and first responders identify and respond to human trafficking situations.
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Human trafficking task force lauded for successful convictions and arrests
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost today commended the Mahoning Valley Human Trafficking Task Force for its dedication and effectiveness, following the recent conviction and sentencing of two individuals involved in child pornography and multiple arrests of alleged sex buyers.
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Supreme Court halts EPA's 'good neighbor plan' amid legal challenges
The U.S. Supreme Court has granted a request led by Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost for an immediate stay of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) "good neighbor plan," which aims to regulate air pollution nationwide. The program, designed to protect downwind states from high levels of ozone pollution, is now on hold while litigation continues in lower courts.
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Ohio AG highlights efforts on elder abuse awareness at annual conference
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost addressed the annual Elder Abuse Awareness Day Conference in Cincinnati, Ohio, emphasizing the importance of protecting older residents from abuse and exploitation. The event, held at the Sharonville Convention Center, was attended by 160 advocates and professionals dedicated to elder protection.
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Ohio AG secures en banc review in ballot initiative lawsuit
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit has granted a request from the Ohio Attorney General’s Office for an en banc review in the case concerning the proposed amendment titled “Protecting Ohioans’ Constitutional Rights.”
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Gallia County cell phone repairman indicted for downloading customers' private photos
A Gallia County man who worked for a cell phone repair business has been indicted after an investigation found that he downloaded private photos from his clients’ phones, including the phones of minors, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced today.
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Ottawa County nonprofit treasurer charged with stealing $60,000 meant for firefighters
(PORT CLINTON, Ohio) — An Ottawa County man has been indicted on theft charges after an investigation discovered he embezzled more than $60,000 from the Danbury Township Fire Fighters Association, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced today.
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Ohio developer indicted on multiple felony charges involving elder exploitation
A Marion real estate developer was indicted on 15 felony counts related to business dealings, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced today.
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Ohio secures $27.7M from J&J settlement over talc product allegations
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost, along with 42 other attorneys general, has secured a $700 million settlement with Johnson & Johnson over allegations related to the marketing of the company’s talc-containing baby powder and body powder products. Ohio will receive $27.7 million as part of this settlement.
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Ohio AG supports city's right to appeal firearm regulation block
Attorney General Dave Yost has informed the Ohio Supreme Court that he supports the City of Columbus's right to appeal a preliminary injunction that blocks the enforcement of its firearm regulations. In his amicus brief, Yost emphasizes that while the State of Ohio opposes Columbus on the merits of additional firearms regulations, it strongly defends the city's right to appeal the preliminary injunction.
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AG Yost invites high-school students to join Teen Ambassador Board
The office of Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost is accepting applications for Yost’s Teen Ambassador Board (TAB) for the 2024-25 academic year.
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Attorney General seeks injunction against Hebrew Union College book sales
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost is seeking a temporary restraining order to prevent the sale of copies of the Talmud and other ancient books housed in Cincinnati’s Klau Library at Hebrew Union College.
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AG Yost issues statement on campaign finance-foreign nationals bill
(COLUMBUS, Ohio) — Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost issued a statement regarding the Campaign Finance-Foreign Nationals bill currently moving through the legislature.
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Settlement reached in lawsuit challenging NCAA’s double transfer rule
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced a significant settlement with the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) in his lawsuit challenging the NCAA’s double transfer rule, which restricts college athletes' ability to compete after transferring to another school.
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AG Yost seeks full court review on ballot summary ruling
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost will seek an en banc review from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit following a split decision by a three-member panel. The panel ruled that the "Protecting Ohioans' Constitutional Rights" proposed amendment and its summary should be sent to the Ballot Board.