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Okla. A.G. Drummond: Dental Provider to Pay More Than $500,000 to Resolve False Claim Act Allegations
OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Nov. 19 -- Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond issued the following news release on Nov. 18, 2025:
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Dental provider to pay more than $500,000 to resolve False Claim Act allegations
Red Dirt Orthodontics has agreed to pay $583,090 to settle allegations that it knowingly and improperly billed the Oklahoma Medicaid program, SoonerCare, for orthodontic services.
The settlement resolves allegations that the provider submitted false claims for payment between March 18, 2022, and March 25, 2024, that falsely identified an Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA) credentialed
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OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Nov. 19 -- Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond issued the following news release on Nov. 18, 2025:
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Dental provider to pay more than $500,000 to resolve False Claim Act allegations
Red Dirt Orthodontics has agreed to pay $583,090 to settle allegations that it knowingly and improperly billed the Oklahoma Medicaid program, SoonerCare, for orthodontic services.
The settlement resolves allegations that the provider submitted false claims for payment between March 18, 2022, and March 25, 2024, that falsely identified an Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA) credentialedorthodontist as the provider for services that were actually rendered by an orthodontist who was not credentialed with OHCA and unauthorized to submit claims to SoonerCare.
"My investigative team worked carefully and extensively to recover these funds, and I'm grateful for their efforts," Attorney General Gentner Drummond said. "I take all claims of fraud seriously and will hold accountable anyone who exploits the system."
The investigation was handled by Assistant Attorney General Jamie Bloyd and Agent Daniel Shcolnik in the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit.
About the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit: The Oklahoma Attorney General's Office Medicaid Fraud Control Unit receives 75 percent of its funding from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services under a grant award totaling $4,765,464 for federal fiscal year (FY) 2026. The remaining 25 percent, totaling $1,588,483 for FY 2026, is funded by the State of Oklahoma. The federal fiscal year 2026 is defined as October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026.
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Original text here: https://oklahoma.gov/oag/news/newsroom/2025/november/dental-provider-to-pay-more-than-500-000-to-resolve-false-claim-act-allegations.html
Minn. PUC Issues Agenda Items For Nov. 25, 2025
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Nov. 19 -- The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission issued the following agenda items for Nov. 25, 2025:
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INTRODUCTION
DECISION ITEMS
1. Details 2025-254
** E111/M-25-178
Dakota Electric Association
In the Matter of Dakota Electric Association's Petition to Modify its Extension of Service Tariff.
1. Should the Commission approve DEA's modifications to its Extension of Service tariff, attached to the Cooperative's September 2, 2025, Supplemental Comments?
2. Are any additional tariff modifications necessary?
3. Should the Commission approve or acknowledge DEA's
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ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Nov. 19 -- The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission issued the following agenda items for Nov. 25, 2025:
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INTRODUCTION
DECISION ITEMS
1. Details 2025-254
** E111/M-25-178
Dakota Electric Association
In the Matter of Dakota Electric Association's Petition to Modify its Extension of Service Tariff.
1. Should the Commission approve DEA's modifications to its Extension of Service tariff, attached to the Cooperative's September 2, 2025, Supplemental Comments?
2. Are any additional tariff modifications necessary?
3. Should the Commission approve or acknowledge DEA'sLetter of Authorization and Engineering and Construction Agreement?
4. Are any modifications necessary to DEA's Letter of Authorization and Engineering and Construction Agreement?
5. Should the Commission require DEA to file for Commission approval a large load tariff or electric service agreement that complies with the provisions of Minn. Stat. Sec. 216B.1622? (PUC: Stalpes, Pham)
Attachments: Briefing Papers (https://minnesotapuc.legistar.com/gateway.aspx?M=F&ID=000c7bc1-c56e-4d46-bc1a-903e87b844bc.pdf)
2. Details 2025-252
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Otter Tail Power Co.
In the Matter of Otter Tail Power Co.'s Petition for Approval to Invest in and Recover Costs for the Hoot Lake Battery Project.
Should the Commission approve Otter Tail Power Co.'s request for approval to invest in the Hoot Lake Battery Project and allow recovery of costs through the Renewable Resource Cost Recovery Rider (RRCR)? (PUC: Manning, Stalpes)
Attachments: Briefing Papers 25-395 (https://minnesotapuc.legistar.com/gateway.aspx?M=F&ID=750783c6-d5e5-42f0-8837-c9e3a184cc60.pdf)
ADJOURNMENT
* One star indicates that an agenda item is not disputed.
** Two stars indicate that an agenda item is disputed and there may be legal, procedural, or policy issues to be resolved.
*** Three stars indicate a complex or lengthy disputed agenda item that may have significant legal, procedural, or policy issues to be resolved.
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Original text here: https://minnesotapuc.legistar.com/View.ashx?M=A&ID=1350127&GUID=3F7CB111-2073-40BF-8137-BCB26FD77F4F
Ind. Gov. Braun Continues Push for Fair Maps
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 19 -- Gov. Mike Braun, R-Indiana, issued the following statement on Nov. 18, 2025:
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Gov. Mike Braun continues push for fair maps
"I am glad to see Speaker Huston and House Republicans publicly endorse the need for fair maps. We look forward to them returning in December to vote to advance them. Momentum is building and it's time now for our state senators to commit to showing up for work.
"Unfortunately, Sen. Rod Bray was forced to partner with DEMOCRATS to block an effort by the growing number of America First Senators who wanted to have a vote on passing
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INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 19 -- Gov. Mike Braun, R-Indiana, issued the following statement on Nov. 18, 2025:
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Gov. Mike Braun continues push for fair maps
"I am glad to see Speaker Huston and House Republicans publicly endorse the need for fair maps. We look forward to them returning in December to vote to advance them. Momentum is building and it's time now for our state senators to commit to showing up for work.
"Unfortunately, Sen. Rod Bray was forced to partner with DEMOCRATS to block an effort by the growing number of America First Senators who wanted to have a vote on passingfair maps.
"Now I am left with no choice other than to explore all options at my disposal to compel the State Senate to show up and vote.
"I will support President Trump's efforts to recruit, endorse, and finance primary challengers for Indiana's senators who refuse to support fair maps."
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Original text here: https://events.in.gov/event/statement-gov-mike-braun-continues-push-for-fair-maps?utm_campaign=widget&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=State+of+Indiana
Fact Sheet: How Many Pennsylvanians Will Benefit From the New Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit Governor Shapiro Signed Into Law
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 19 -- Gov. Josh Shapiro, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release:
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FACT SHEET: How Many Pennsylvanians Will Benefit from the New Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit Governor Shapiro Signed Into Law
Modeled after the federal Earned Income Tax Credit, the new state-level credit equals 10 percent of the federal credit -- putting more money back in Pennsylvanians' pockets and providing meaningful support to families across all 67 counties.
The creation of the new Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit represents the seventh tax cut passed under Governor Shapiro.
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HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 19 -- Gov. Josh Shapiro, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release:
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FACT SHEET: How Many Pennsylvanians Will Benefit from the New Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit Governor Shapiro Signed Into Law
Modeled after the federal Earned Income Tax Credit, the new state-level credit equals 10 percent of the federal credit -- putting more money back in Pennsylvanians' pockets and providing meaningful support to families across all 67 counties.
The creation of the new Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit represents the seventh tax cut passed under Governor Shapiro.
Seebelow for a county-by-county breakdown of the Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit.
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Last week, Governor Josh Shapiro signed the 2025-26 budgetinto law and created the Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit (WPTC) -- which will deliver $193 million in tax relief to 940,000 working Pennsylvanians beginning next tax season.
Modeled after the federal Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), the new state-level credit equals 10 percent of the federal credit. Anyone who qualifies for the federal EITC will now automatically qualify for the state credit, helping reduce taxes owed and put more money back in hardworking Pennsylvanians' pockets.
The WPTC is the seventh tax cut enacted by Governor Shapiro in just three years and reflects his continued commitment to cutting taxes and lowering costs for working families. Pennsylvanians qualify for the tax credit based on income and their number of dependents. The maximum state credit is $805.
Filing will be simple and automatic:
* When Pennsylvanians file their federal and state taxes, the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue will automatically calculate the state credit.
* Anyone who qualifies for the federal EITC will now automatically qualify for the state credit, helping reduce taxes owed and putting more money back in hardworking Pennsylvanians' pockets.
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Here is a county-by-county breakdown of how many working Pennsylvanians will benefit from the new tax credit created by Governor Shapiro's 2025-26 budget.
COUNTY ... WPTC BENEFICIARIES* ... TOTAL WPTC
ADAMS ... 6,410 ... $1,200,000
ALLEGHENY ... 74,855 ... $15,000,000
ARMSTRONG ... 4,978 ... $900,000
BEAVER ... 11,759 ... $2,300,000
BEDFORD ... 4,295 ... $700,000
BERKS ... 35,040 ... $7,800,000
BLAIR ... 10,856 ... $2,100,000
BRADFORD ... 4,896 ... $900,000
BUCKS ... 28,652 ... $5,100,000
BUTLER ... 9,266 ... $1,600,000
CAMBRIA ... 10,569 ... $2,000,000
CAMERON ... 408 ... $100,000
CARBON ... 4,958 ... $1,000,000
CENTRE ... 6,021 ... $900,000
CHESTER ... 17,885 ... $3,300,000
CLARION ... 2,874 ... $500,000
CLEARFIELD ... 6,648 ... $1,200,000
CLINTON ... 2,822 ... $500,000
COLUMBIA ... 4,617 ... $800,000
CRAWFORD ... 6,905 ... $1,300,000
CUMBERLAND ... 14,310 ... $2,700,000
DAUPHIN ... 25,347 ... $5,600,000
DELAWARE ... 39,578 ... $8,600,000
ELK ... 2,229 ... $400,000
ERIE ... 25,166 ... $5,400,000
FAYETTE ... 11,943 ... $2,300,000
FOREST ... 372 ... $100,000
FRANKLIN ... 11,430 ... $2,200,000
FULTON ... 1,117 ... $200,000
GREENE ... 2,411 ... $500,000
HUNTINGDON ... 3,459 ... $600,000
INDIANA ... 5,658 ... $1,000,000
JEFFERSON ... 3,949 ... $700,000
JUNIATA ... 1,709 ... $300,000
LACKAWANNA ... 18,744 ... $3,800,000
LANCASTER ... 35,943 ... $7,100,000
LAWRENCE ... 7,047 ... $1,400,000
LEBANON ... 11,453 ... $2,400,000
LEHIGH ... 34,235 ... $7,800,000
LUZERNE ... 32,543 ... $7,000,000
LYCOMING ... 9,693 ... $1,900,000
MCKEAN ... 3,618 ... $700,000
MERCER ... 8,594 ... $1,700,000
MIFFLIN ... 4,001 ... $700,000
MONROE ... 13,860 ... $2,800,000
MONTGOMERY ... 34,618 ... $6,300,000
MONTOUR ... 1,080 ... $200,000
NORTHAMPTON ... 20,055 ... $4,100,000
NORTHUMBERLAND ... 7,966 ... $1,600,000
PERRY ... 3,164 ... $600,000
PHILADELPHIA ... 175,393 ... $41,700,000
PIKE ... 3,922 ... $700,000
POTTER ... 1,442 ... $300,000
SCHUYLKILL ... 11,394 ... $2,200,000
SNYDER ... 2,880 ... $500,000
SOMERSET ... 5,755 ... $1,000,000
SULLIVAN ... 382 ... $100,000
SUSQUEHANNA ... 3,044 ... $600,000
TIOGA ... 3,406 ... $600,000
UNION ... 2,178 ... $400,000
VENANGO ... 4,638 ... $900,000
WARREN ... 3,229 ... $600,000
WASHINGTON ... 12,376 ... $2,200,000
WAYNE ... 3,813 ... $700,000
WESTMORELAND ... 21,660 ... $3,900,000
WYOMING ... 2,028 ... $400,000
YORK ... 32,700 ... $6,800,000
TOTAL ... 940,246 ... $193,500,000
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*WPTC Beneficiaries are an estimate.
Governor Shapiro has made cutting costs and delivering support to working families a top priority. The 2025-26 budget reflects that commitment, funding programs that lower everyday expenses, expand opportunity, and strengthen communities across the Commonwealth.
Read more about Governor Shapiro's 2025 26 budget, view the Governor's remarks as prepared here (https://www.pa.gov/governor/newsroom/2025-press-releases/governor-shapiro-remarks-as-prepared-during-2025-26-budget-signi, and watch the Governor's delivered remarks here https://pacast.com/m?p=28625).
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Original text here: https://www.pa.gov/governor/newsroom/2025-press-releases/fact-sheet--how-many-pennsylvanians-will-benefit-from-new-tax-cr
Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold Leads Letter Requesting Information From Trump Administration's Departments of Justice, Homeland Security on Voter Roll Data Requests
DENVER, Colorado, Nov. 19 -- The Colorado Secretary of State issued the following news release on Nov. 18, 2025:
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Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold Leads Letter Requesting Information from Trump Administration's Departments of Justice, Homeland Security on Voter Roll Data Requests
Today Secretary of State Jena Griswold announced that Colorado, along with nine other states, has sent a letter to U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi and Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem regarding their collection and use of state voter roll data, and whether they misled state officials.
"Trump's
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DENVER, Colorado, Nov. 19 -- The Colorado Secretary of State issued the following news release on Nov. 18, 2025:
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Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold Leads Letter Requesting Information from Trump Administration's Departments of Justice, Homeland Security on Voter Roll Data Requests
Today Secretary of State Jena Griswold announced that Colorado, along with nine other states, has sent a letter to U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi and Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem regarding their collection and use of state voter roll data, and whether they misled state officials.
"Trump'sfederal government has started to collect state voter data and has provided conflicting information to Secretaries of State," said Secretary Griswold. "I am proud to join nine other Secretaries of State in calling on Secretary Noem and Attorney General Bondi to immediately provide information on this unprecedented federal collection of voter data. We will not tolerate being misled or voter data mismanagement."
The Department of Justice requested extensive voter data from various states earlier this year. Many states received requests for unredacted voter data, including sensitive voter information. Additionally, the Department of Homeland Security has provided inconsistent information to Secretaries regarding whether it had received voter data from the Department of Justice, and whether or how it would use that data.
The letter from Secretaries of State asks, in part:
* Whether the DOJ has shared or intends to share information from voter files with DHS or other federal agencies and, if so, why that was not communicated to impacted Secretaries of State
* Whether any potential transfer of the data followed required data transfer protocol.
* Whether DHS continues to assert that they do not have and would not use voter data.
Letter signatories include:
* Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold
* Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes
* California Secretary of State Shirley Weber
* Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows
* Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon
* Nevada Secretary of State Francisco Aguilar
* New Mexico Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver
* Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read
* Vermont Secretary of State Sarah Copeland Hanzas
* Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs
See full letter sent by 10 Secretaries of State to Attorney General Pam Bondi and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem (https://www.sos.state.co.us/pubs/newsRoom/pressReleases/2025/20251118SOSLetterVoterData.pdf).
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Original text here: https://www.sos.state.co.us/pubs/newsRoom/pressReleases/2025/PR20251118Letter.html
California Invests Nearly $150 Million to Improve Access to Health Care for Californians
SACRAMENTO, California, Nov. 19 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on Nov. 18, 2025:
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California invests nearly $150 million to improve access to health care for Californians
What you need to know: California is awarding $145.5 million to organizations in communities all across the state to support local, specialized services as part of the state's reimagining of health care into a system that supports everyone - and that everyone can access.
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Today, Governor Gavin Newsom announced $145.5 million in awards to organizations all across the state to support
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SACRAMENTO, California, Nov. 19 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on Nov. 18, 2025:
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California invests nearly $150 million to improve access to health care for Californians
What you need to know: California is awarding $145.5 million to organizations in communities all across the state to support local, specialized services as part of the state's reimagining of health care into a system that supports everyone - and that everyone can access.
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Today, Governor Gavin Newsom announced $145.5 million in awards to organizations all across the state to supportspecialized, community-based services as part of the state's work to transform health care into a more effective, affordable, and accessible system.
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Care comes in many forms to meet many needs - and California is committed to providing that care. The awards announced today are part of our work to improve access to a more effective health care, to support locally-provided, tailored programs that meet the unique needs of each community across the state.
- Governor Gavin Newsom
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The awards announced today are part of the Providing Access and Transforming Health (PATH) Capacity and Infrastructure, Transition, Expansion, and Development (CITED) initiative, which helps local providers grow their ability to deliver whole-person, community-based care. These investments support services and programs, including in-person care coordination, housing support, and other vital resources. 153 organizations across all 58 counties are receiving these funds - bringing critical, local care to every part of the state.
"PATH CITED represents a vital investment in the future of Medi-Cal and the health of California," said DHCS Director Michelle Baass. "By empowering local providers, many of whom serve historically under-resourced communities, we are strengthening the foundation of a more equitable, person-centered delivery system. Together, we're creating lasting change that connects Medi-Cal members to the care and support they need to live healthier, more fulfilling lives. I'm proud of the progress we've made and the partnerships that made it possible."
Through the five-year PATH initiative, launched in 2022, California has awarded more than $1.66 billion to over 2,200 community providers to support improved health care management and delivery through the Medi-Cal system. All awardees are committed to serving historically underserved populations. This work has dramatically expanded access for children and youth, with a 120 percent year-over-year increase in early 2025 alone, and delivering over a million services to those who need them.
These investments not only serve Californians but also result in long-term savings for California's Medi-Cal program, reducing avoidable emergency department visits, hospitalizations, and long-term care use. For more information about the PATH CITED initiative and today's awards, visit the PATH website (https://www.ca-path.com/cited).
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Original text here: https://www.gov.ca.gov/2025/11/18/california-invests-nearly-150-million-to-improve-access-to-health-care-for-californians/
Ariz. A.G. Mayes Announces Indictments in Drug and Weapons Case in Cochise County
PHOENIX, Arizona, Nov. 19 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release on Nov. 18, 2025:
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Attorney General Mayes Announces Indictments in Drug and Weapons Case in Cochise County
Attorney General Mayes today announced the indictment of seven individuals for their roles in an illicit drug enterprise in Cochise County. On August 25, 2025, a State Grand Jury indicted Reina Jimenez, David Shuler, Daniel Kempker, James Bunch, Rudolph Verdugo, and James Morlin for offenses including Illegally Conducting an Enterprise, Conspiracy, Possession of Dangerous or Narcotic
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PHOENIX, Arizona, Nov. 19 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release on Nov. 18, 2025:
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Attorney General Mayes Announces Indictments in Drug and Weapons Case in Cochise County
Attorney General Mayes today announced the indictment of seven individuals for their roles in an illicit drug enterprise in Cochise County. On August 25, 2025, a State Grand Jury indicted Reina Jimenez, David Shuler, Daniel Kempker, James Bunch, Rudolph Verdugo, and James Morlin for offenses including Illegally Conducting an Enterprise, Conspiracy, Possession of Dangerous or NarcoticDrugs for Sale, and Misconduct Involving Weapons, relating to a series of methamphetamine, heroin, fentanyl and firearm transactions. The crimes are alleged to have occurred between February 2024 and August 2025.
Another individual, Miranda Mitchell, was indicted with lower-level drug offenses after search warrants were served.
Reina Jimenez's case is still pending and her next court hearing is a Pre-Trial Conference scheduled on November 24, 2025.
David's Shuler's case is still pending and his next court hearing is a Pre-Trial Conference scheduled on November 24, 2025.
Daniel Kempker's case is still pending and his next court hearing is a Pre-Trial Conference scheduled on December 1, 2025.
James Bunch's case is still pending and his next court hearing is a Pre-Trial Conference scheduled on December 8, 2025.
Rudolph Verdugo has pleaded guilty to one count of Attempted Possession of a Dangerous Drug for Sale, a Class 3 Felony, and his next court hearing is a sentencing December 1, 2025.
Miranda Mitchell has pleaded guilty to one count of Attempt to Promote Prison Contraband, a Class 3 Felony, and her next court hearing is a sentencing on January 12, 2026
James Morlin's case is still pending and his next court hearing is a Change of Plea/Sentencing scheduled on December 1, 2025.
The Arizona Department of Public Safety investigated this case, and Assistant Attorney General Matt Eklund is prosecuting the case. A copy of the indictment is available here (https://azag.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=cc1fad182b6d6f8b1e352e206&id=25b01f054a&e=b0dbe1a1e5).
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Original text here: https://www.azag.gov/press-release/attorney-general-mayes-announces-indictments-drug-and-weapons-case-cochise-county
