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ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL RECOGNIZES NATIONAL CRIME VICTIMS' RIGHTS WEEK, HIGHLIGHTS SERVICES FOR VICTIMS
CHICAGO, Illinois, April 20 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release:
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ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL RECOGNIZES NATIONAL CRIME VICTIMS' RIGHTS WEEK, HIGHLIGHTS SERVICES FOR VICTIMS
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Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul today recognized National Crime Victims' Rights Week by highlighting the work of his office's Violence Prevention and Crime Victim Services Division and the services available for victims.
Since taking office, Raoul has strengthened the Violence Prevention and Crime Victim Services Division by expanding access to crime victim services and
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CHICAGO, Illinois, April 20 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release:
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ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL RECOGNIZES NATIONAL CRIME VICTIMS' RIGHTS WEEK, HIGHLIGHTS SERVICES FOR VICTIMS
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Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul today recognized National Crime Victims' Rights Week by highlighting the work of his office's Violence Prevention and Crime Victim Services Division and the services available for victims.
Since taking office, Raoul has strengthened the Violence Prevention and Crime Victim Services Division by expanding access to crime victim services andimplementing a trauma-informed, more victim-centric approach to assisting survivors and families. Raoul was also presented with the "Champion of Victims' Rights" award by Marsy's Law for Illinois on Friday for the work he and his office do to help ensure crime victims can exercise the rights available to them under the state's victims' rights constitutional amendment, known as Marsy's Law.
"It is incumbent on all of us to wrap our arms around survivors of violent crime in our communities," Raoul said. "We want survivors to know we are here for them, and we have resources to assist. The programs provided by my office's Violence Prevention and Crime Victim Services Division help survivors access the tools they need to overcome trauma and get their lives back on track. My office remains committed to supporting survivors and doing all we can to prevent violent crime in Illinois."
The Illinois Crime Victims Compensation Program provides reimbursement to eligible victims of violent crime and their families, helping to pay expenses, including hospital and medical charges, funeral and burial costs, relocation expenses, lost wages related to a crime and more.
Raoul has also taken steps to streamline the application process, remove obstacles that historically prevented survivors in need from qualifying for assistance, and initiated legislation that expanded eligibility for both who can apply and what individuals can be reimbursed for. The office now processes over 5,000 compensation claims each year, recommending an average of $600,000 in compensation each month.
The office awards grants to support agencies that empower survivors to heal, seek justice and regain control of their lives. Last fiscal year, the office provided more than $17 million in grant funding to over 280 agencies serving approximately 88,500 individuals throughout the state.
The office's Statewide Victim Assistance Program also provides assistance to victims, witnesses and service providers across Illinois.
The Attorney General's office developed the SANE (Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner) Program with assistance from the Illinois Coalition Against Sexual Assault using a grant from the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority. SANEs are crucial in ensuring that individuals who have been sexually assaulted receive evidence-based, trauma-informed, patient-centered medical forensic services. These specially-trained nurses reduce the retraumatization of patients, address patients' medical concerns and improve the quality of evidence collection, which can lead to better prosecution and conviction rates.
SANE staff trained over 700 individuals last year at 19 training courses held throughout the state. The program has increased the number of providers qualified to do sexual assault forensic exams by approving 123 new qualified medical providers in 2025, and 40 new providers have already been approved in 2026.
The Address Confidentiality Program (ACP) provides survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking, and members of their households, with a substitute address to use as home, school and work addresses. The program has more than 550 participants with an average of 1,600 pieces of mail processed by the division each month.
The office also educates community members about their rights and provides training on crime victims' rights for law enforcement, prosecutors and the advocacy community, with over 500 individuals trained last year. In addition, the office investigates complaints of crime victims' rights violations, making recommendations that prompt change in various agencies throughout the state.
The Violence Prevention and Crime Victim Services Division maintains a toll-free Crime Victims Assistance Line and fielded more than 9,600 calls last year. Raoul encourages victims who have questions to call the hotline at 800-228-3368, and visit his office's website for more information on programs administered by the division.
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Original text here: https://www.illinoisattorneygeneral.gov/news/story/attorney-general-raoul-recognizes-national-crime-victims-rights-week-highlights-services-for-victims
Attorney General Paxton Files Landmark Lawsuit Against ActBlue for Deceiving Americans by Lying About Its Donation Processes that Allow Fraudulent and Foreign Donations
AUSTIN, Texas, April 20 -- Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Paxton Files Landmark Lawsuit Against ActBlue for Deceiving Americans by Lying About Its Donation Processes that Allow Fraudulent and Foreign Donations
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Attorney General Ken Paxton sued ActBlue, a major political fundraising platform, for misleading consumers about its unlawful donation processes that allow fraudulent and foreign donations to undermine the integrity of our nation's elections.
"The radical left has relied on ActBlue as a way to funnel foreign donations and
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AUSTIN, Texas, April 20 -- Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Paxton Files Landmark Lawsuit Against ActBlue for Deceiving Americans by Lying About Its Donation Processes that Allow Fraudulent and Foreign Donations
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Attorney General Ken Paxton sued ActBlue, a major political fundraising platform, for misleading consumers about its unlawful donation processes that allow fraudulent and foreign donations to undermine the integrity of our nation's elections.
"The radical left has relied on ActBlue as a way to funnel foreign donations anddark money into their political campaigns to subvert our laws and compromise the integrity of our elections," said Attorney General Paxton. "ActBlue lied to Congress and to the American people, and I will ensure justice is served. It has blatantly ignored state law that prohibits deceptive practices, and it must pay for its illegal conduct. Fair elections are the foundation of our democracy, and I will work to ensure no illegal campaign donation flies under the radar."
ActBlue funds primarily left-wing campaigns at all levels of government and has processed more than $16 billion since its founding in 2004. In 2023, Attorney General Paxton opened an investigation into whether ActBlue was enabling donor fraud in violation of Texas law. Then, in 2024, Attorney General Paxton sent a Petition for Rulemaking to the FEC detailing how suspicious actors had appeared to be continuing to use ActBlue's political fundraising platform to make a large number of straw political donations. Amidst the OAG's investigation and a Congressional investigation, ActBlue claimed it stopped its illegal operations.
Now, recent reporting and internal OAG investigations have shown that ActBlue lied about its donor vetting policies and its operations. As the New York Times recently reported, ActBlue's own outside counsel acknowledged that the organization's representations about its donation safeguards were not true. Further, the Office of the Attorney General has determined that certain safeguards are not consistently implemented, creating a substantial risk that impermissible foreign contributions may have been processed. For example, investigators from the Office of the Attorney General were able to prove that ActBlue continues to process gift card donations, despite the company's representations that the opposite is true. ActBlue's acceptance of gift cards and prepaid debit cards allows for fraudulent donations due to the lack of identification required. ActBlue's misrepresentations could lead to entities utilizing its services to violate state and federal election laws.
To read the lawsuit, click here.
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Original text here: https://www.texasattorneygeneral.gov/news/releases/attorney-general-paxton-files-landmark-lawsuit-against-actblue-deceiving-americans-lying-about-its
AG Nessel Unpacks Crony Capitalism on Latest Episode of Pantsuits and Lawsuits
LANSING, Michigan, April 20 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release:
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AG Nessel Unpacks Crony Capitalism on Latest Episode of Pantsuits and Lawsuits
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LANSING - On the latest episode of Pantsuits and Lawsuits, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel sits down with Dr. Justin Wolfers, a professor of Public Policy and Economics at the University of Michigan, to discuss America's affordability crisis. The conversation explores how crony capitalism and shifts in federal policy are influencing business confidence, economic stability, and long-term innovation.
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LANSING, Michigan, April 20 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release:
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AG Nessel Unpacks Crony Capitalism on Latest Episode of Pantsuits and Lawsuits
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LANSING - On the latest episode of Pantsuits and Lawsuits, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel sits down with Dr. Justin Wolfers, a professor of Public Policy and Economics at the University of Michigan, to discuss America's affordability crisis. The conversation explores how crony capitalism and shifts in federal policy are influencing business confidence, economic stability, and long-term innovation.
"I appreciate Dr. Wolfers coming on the podcast to help unpack these deeply concerning economic realities of today," said Attorney General Nessel. "His work is vital to ensuring that people know and understand the impacts of an administration marked by lawlessness, a lack of planning and a complete disinterest in what makes the United States economically powerful."
During the discussion, Attorney General Nessel and Dr. Wolfers dig into the real stakes of crony capitalism, including the Gordie Howe International Bridge and what it means when major infrastructure and cross-border trade can be threatened and used for political leverage. They also talk about energy policy and the cost of forcing uneconomic choices, plus the strange contradictions of blocking renewable energy like wind while global conflict pushes oil prices higher.
In light of the detrimental impact tariffs have on manufacturing, especially for automakers and suppliers that live and die by predictable supply chains, they also ponder what happens to democracy when major corporations feel too intimidated to speak publicly, even when policies hurt their bottom line. Finally, they zoom out to America's innovation edge, the risk of scientific brain drain, and why welcoming global talent matters for pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, AI, and the next generation of high-quality jobs.
New episodes of Pantsuits and Lawsuits are released regularly to break down complex legal topics in a way that is engaging, informative, and accessible to listeners. With their blend of expertise, humor, and straight talk, Attorneys General Nessel and Kris Mayes explore major legal cases, analyze state and national policy debates, and discuss how attorneys general help shape justice. Through these discussions, listeners will gain a behind-the-scenes look at the work attorneys general do to serve and protect their communities.
The latest episode is available now on major podcast platforms.
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Original text here: https://www.michigan.gov/ag/news/press-releases/2026/04/20/ag-nessel-unpacks-crony-capitalism-on-latest-episode-of-pantsuits-and-lawsuits
AG Nessel Reaffirms Commitment to Crime Victims During Crime Victims' Rights Week
LANSING, Michigan, April 20 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release:
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AG Nessel Reaffirms Commitment to Crime Victims During Crime Victims' Rights Week
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LANSING - In recognition of Crime Victims' Rights Week, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is reaffirming the Department of Attorney General's commitment to protecting, empowering and advocating for crime victims across the state. Since taking office in 2019, Attorney General Nessel has prioritized crime victim services, expanding efforts to ensure survivors receive support and resources.
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LANSING, Michigan, April 20 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release:
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AG Nessel Reaffirms Commitment to Crime Victims During Crime Victims' Rights Week
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LANSING - In recognition of Crime Victims' Rights Week, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is reaffirming the Department of Attorney General's commitment to protecting, empowering and advocating for crime victims across the state. Since taking office in 2019, Attorney General Nessel has prioritized crime victim services, expanding efforts to ensure survivors receive support and resources.
"The toppriority of our criminal justice system should always be to support crime victims, both by pursuing justice in their cases and standing with them along the way," said Attorney General Nessel. "This requires a system that treats survivors with fairness while respecting their dignity and privacy. My office remains committed to ensuring victims do not have to navigate the criminal justice system alone."
In 2023, Attorney General Nessel launched the Address Confidentiality Program to protect victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, human trafficking, or those who fear that disclosure of their physical address will increase the risk of harm. The program currently protects 662 individuals across 325 households, keeping their physical addresses confidential and safe from abusers. To recognize Crime Victims' Rights Week, Attorney General Nessel held a roundtable today discussing the Address Confidentiality Program and collaborated with partners to identify priorities and next steps for the program's continued growth.
The Department of Attorney General's Victim Advocate staff support victims involved in criminal prosecutions, Felony Child Support, Operation Survivor Justice, the state's Sexual Assault Kit Initiative, and the Catholic Church Clergy Abuse investigation. To help provide victims comfort during court proceedings and meetings with prosecutors and victim advocates, the Department of Attorney General welcomed Baylee last year, its first victim advocate dog specially trained to support crime victims.
In 2024, Attorney General Nessel announced the formation of the Missing or Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP) Task Force to address the high rates of violence against Indigenous people in the state of Michigan. This interagency collaboration brings together tribal, federal, and state and local prosecutors, law enforcement officers, victim advocates, and human services specialists to identify, develop, and implement solutions to the MMIP crisis.
Attorney General Nessel has also fought for crime victims against the Trump administration and successfully halted attempts to strip critical resources and services to victims and survivors of crime.
To further empower victims, the Attorney General recently launched a Crime Victim Rights webpage to educate crime victims about their rights and guide them through the legal process after a crime is reported. The webpage includes:
* A list of victims' rights;
* Statewide victim support services and resources within the Department of Attorney General;
* Information on crime victim compensation;
* Guidance on victim advocate services; and
* An overview of the legal process for felony and misdemeanor cases.
More information is available on the Crime Victim Rights webpage.
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Original text here: https://www.michigan.gov/ag/news/press-releases/2026/04/20/ag-nessel-reaffirms-commitment-to-crime-victims-during-crime-victims-rights-week
AG Murrill's Office arrests New Orleans man on multiple charges for communicating with a 14-year-old girl and offering her money to produce child sexual abuse material content for him
BATON ROUGE, Louisiana, April 20 -- Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill issued the following news:
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AG Murrill's Office arrests New Orleans man on multiple charges for communicating with a 14-year-old girl and offering her money to produce child sexual abuse material content for him
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Attorney General Liz Murrill's Louisiana Bureau of Investigation agents arrested a man from New Orleans on multiple charges related to him communicating with a 14-year-old female.
Louisiana Bureau of Investigation agents received a CyberTip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited children
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BATON ROUGE, Louisiana, April 20 -- Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill issued the following news:
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AG Murrill's Office arrests New Orleans man on multiple charges for communicating with a 14-year-old girl and offering her money to produce child sexual abuse material content for him
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Attorney General Liz Murrill's Louisiana Bureau of Investigation agents arrested a man from New Orleans on multiple charges related to him communicating with a 14-year-old female.
Louisiana Bureau of Investigation agents received a CyberTip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited childrenin reference to child sexual abuse material.
LBI agents conducted a search warrant a residence on St. Anthony Avenue in New Orleans, belonging to 32-year-old Justin Michael Smith.
During a post Miranda interview, Smith advised he actively searched for and viewed child sexual abuse material (CSAM). Smith advised he has been communicating with at 14-year old girl.
During communication Smtih would request the juvenile to produce CSAM and pay the victim for the content.
Smith was arrested on April 17, 2026, on the following charges:
* 8 Counts of 14:81.1 E(5)(a) Child Sexual abuse material under the age of thirteen (Possession)
* 1 Count of 14:81.1 Child Sexual Abuse Material (Production)
* 1 Count of 14:81 Indecent Behavior with Juveniles
* 1 Count of 14:81.3 Computer aided solicitation of a minor
This arrest was the result of the Orleans Metro ICAC Task Force, as the St. Charles Parish Sheriff's Office, the Kenner Police Department, the New Orleans Police Department, Homeland Security Investigations, and Louisiana State Police Special Victim's Unit assisted our LBI agents in this case.
Smith was booked into the Orleans Parish Prison.
His bond is unknown.
The investigation continues.
*All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
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Original text here: https://www.ag.state.la.us/Article/491
Attorney General Liz Murrill Files Motion to Stay at U.S. Fifth Circuit to Reinstate Safeguards on Abortion Drug
BATON ROUGE, Louisiana, April 20 -- Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill issued the following news:
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Attorney General Liz Murrill Files Motion to Stay at U.S. Fifth Circuit to Reinstate Safeguards on Abortion Drug
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Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill has filed a motion in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit seeking to halt a Biden-era rule that removed a longstanding in-person dispensing requirement for the abortion drug mifepristone.
The motion asks the court to issue a stay or injunction pending appeal as the legal challenge moves forward.
"I have asked the Fifth
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BATON ROUGE, Louisiana, April 20 -- Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill issued the following news:
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Attorney General Liz Murrill Files Motion to Stay at U.S. Fifth Circuit to Reinstate Safeguards on Abortion Drug
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Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill has filed a motion in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit seeking to halt a Biden-era rule that removed a longstanding in-person dispensing requirement for the abortion drug mifepristone.
The motion asks the court to issue a stay or injunction pending appeal as the legal challenge moves forward.
"I have asked the FifthCircuit to stay the Biden Administration's unlawful removal of the in-person dispensing requirement for mifepristone," said Attorney General Murrill. "As the district court concluded, Louisiana is likely to win this case and is suffering irreparable harm. Louisiana will always stand for life."
The filing follows a decision from the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Louisiana, which found that Louisiana is likely to succeed on the merits of its claims. The State argues that federal agencies acted unlawfully in loosening safety restrictions governing the distribution of mifepristone.
Attorney General Murrill emphasized that the State is seeking immediate relief to prevent further harm while the appellate court considers the case. According to recent data, mifepristone is being used to kill approximately 1,000 unborn Louisiana children each month, with doctors in states like New York and California prescribing and mailing the drug into pro-life states like Louisiana, where abortion is restricted or prohibited.
Read the Motion to Stay here.
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Original text here: https://www.ag.state.la.us/Article/492
Attorney General Bonta Secures Important Victory in Lawsuit Challenging HUD Funding Restrictions After Trump Administration Drops Appeal
SACRAMENTO, California, April 20 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Bonta Secures Important Victory in Lawsuit Challenging HUD Funding Restrictions After Trump Administration Drops Appeal
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OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta today issued the following statement after the Trump Administration dropped its appeal of a court decision upholding a preliminary injunction that blocked funding restrictions the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) attempted to place on its Continuum of Care (CoC) grant program.
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SACRAMENTO, California, April 20 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Bonta Secures Important Victory in Lawsuit Challenging HUD Funding Restrictions After Trump Administration Drops Appeal
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OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta today issued the following statement after the Trump Administration dropped its appeal of a court decision upholding a preliminary injunction that blocked funding restrictions the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) attempted to place on its Continuum of Care (CoC) grant program.CoC is the federal government's flagship program for funding affordable housing and other services for individuals at risk of and experiencing homelessness. As part of a coalition of 19 attorneys general and two governors, Attorney General Bonta sued the Trump Administration in November 2025 over the planned funding restrictions and secured a preliminary injunction from the U.S. District Court for the District of Rhode Island blocking those changes. In February 2026, the Trump Administration filed a motion to dissolve the preliminary injunction, which the District Court denied. The Trump Administration appealed the ruling to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit, which earlier this month, rejected HUD's request to temporarily allow the restrictions to go into effect.
"We continue to fight for Californians and the rule of law, and we continue to win. HUD's unlawful funding restrictions have been rejected by the courts, and because the Trump Administration has now dropped its appeal, our preliminary injunction remains in effect while the case proceeds to summary judgment," said Attorney General Bonta. "People experiencing housing insecurity or homelessness need the federal government's continued support -not a rollback of assistance. We will continue to closely monitor the Administration's actions, seek accountability when the law is not followed, and litigate this case to the very end."
Among other things, HUD has tried to dramatically reduce the amount of grant funds that could be spent on permanent housing and to penalize housing providers for recognizing gender identity and diversity. HUD has also attempted to disadvantage programs that address mental disabilities and substance use disorders. These conditions went against the explicit intent of Congress and HUD's previous guidance.
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Original text here: https://oag.ca.gov/news/press-releases/attorney-general-bonta-secures-important-victory-lawsuit-challenging-hud-funding
AG Murrill's Medicaid Fraud Control Unit arrests Shreveport woman for Medicaid Fraud after providing medical services to patients without a license since at least 2019
BATON ROUGE, Louisiana, April 20 -- Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill issued the following news:
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AG Murrill's Medicaid Fraud Control Unit arrests Shreveport woman for Medicaid Fraud after providing medical services to patients without a license since at least 2019
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Attorney General Liz Murrill's Medicaid Fraud Control Unit arrested a Shreveport woman recently for providing medical services to patients without a license since at least 2019.
Initial contact in this case was made with the Shreveport Police Department's Investigative Unit who had opened a complaint involving Letatia
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BATON ROUGE, Louisiana, April 20 -- Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill issued the following news:
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AG Murrill's Medicaid Fraud Control Unit arrests Shreveport woman for Medicaid Fraud after providing medical services to patients without a license since at least 2019
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Attorney General Liz Murrill's Medicaid Fraud Control Unit arrested a Shreveport woman recently for providing medical services to patients without a license since at least 2019.
Initial contact in this case was made with the Shreveport Police Department's Investigative Unit who had opened a complaint involving LetatiaVance-Norris, who was the owner and operator of Total Health Family Clinic.
Through cooperation with the Shreveport Police Department and the Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office, the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU) arrested Vance-Norris on April 15, 2026:
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MFCU Agents simultaneously executed search warrants at Total Health Family Clinic in Shreveport. Agents conducted interviews with numerous medical professionals and learned that Vance-Norris was providing medical services to patients with a suspended Physician Assistant's license. Vance-Norris used billing information belonging to other Nurse Practitioners employed or previously employed in her clinic for patients they had not treated and without their knowledge to bill Medicaid for services she was providing without a license.
Vance-Norris has been excluded by HHS from participating in the Medicaid program since September 2022 and she has been excluded from the LA Medicaid program since October 2021. During the course of their investigation, MFCU agents learned that Vance-Norris has been seeing patients and providing services without a license since at least 2019.
Vance-Norris was booked in Caddo Parish then transported to the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison.
Attorney General Liz Murrill thanks the Shreveport Police Department and the Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office for their help on this case. The Louisiana Department of Health also worked on securing termination letters for Vance and Total Health.
Vance-Norris' bond has been set at $10,000 per count, so $40,000 in total.
The investigation is ongoing.
*All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
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Original text here: https://www.ag.state.la.us/Article/493
