Courage comes in many forms, but its basic principle is immutable – the ability of humans to act for the greater good in the face of danger. As we write…
Read MoreA few weeks ago, the NAGTRI staff asked me to share some thoughts about leadership. While I was flattered, I was also a little intimidated by this opportunity. After all,…
Read MoreIntroduction In recent years, 26 states and the District of Columbia have legalized marijuana in varying degrees.1 The increase in legalization mirrors current public support for the decriminalization of marijuana….
Read MoreEmily Myers, NAAG Antitrust and Powers and Duties Chief Counsel Several interesting decisions were issued by federal and state courts last year regarding the authority of attorney general offices. They…
Read MoreEmily Myers, NAAG Antitrust Counsel and Powers and Duties Counsel The following cases affecting the powers and duties of state attorneys general were decided in the last several months. California…
Read MoreAs the prevalence and influence of state attorneys general continues to grow, NAAG is working to create pathways for law students and professors to connect and engage with the attorney…
Read MoreDevelopments in technology and innovation are outpacing governments’ ability to fully assess their impact on our everyday lives. State attorneys general, as their state’s chief legal officers, must understand the…
Read MoreToday, most crimes have a digital component. This includes crimes that occur on the internet, crimes where technology is used to facilitate the commission of an unlawful act, and crimes…
Read MoreThrough civil and criminal investigative and enforcement authority, advocacy, and outreach to the public, America’s attorneys general are working individually and collaboratively to address the numerous and complicated issues that…
Read MoreAttorneys general have a role in the appeals and post-conviction processes in criminal cases, but the responsibility varies depending on jurisdiction. An attorney general’s authority generally falls into one of…
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