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Statement from Attorney General Liz Murrill on new Title IX rules
"Joe Biden’s extreme gender ideology is a threat to the safety and dignity of women and girls. The people - who can’t even tell you what a woman is - just killed Title IX. This won’t stand - lawsuit coming soon."
4/22/2024Tips from Attorney General Liz Murrill on hiring a roofer after the storm
Following the EF2 tornado that hit parts of Slidell last Wednesday, Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill wants to make sure people avoid roofing scams.
4/17/2024Attorney General Murrill’s Cyber Crime Unit arrests Sorrento man on pornography involving juveniles & sexual abuse of an animal charges
This arrest was a result of a joint investigation with the Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill's Cyber Crime Unit, the Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office, the East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office and Homeland Security Investigations.
4/17/2024Attorney General Liz Murrill’s Office obtains 36 count grand jury indictment for Evangeline Parish Alderman
Prosecutors with Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill’s Office obtained a 36 count grand jury indictment in Evangeline Parish on Wednesday, April 10, regarding voter fraud between May and November of 2022 during the general election.
4/12/2024Two Covington men behind bars for crimes against children after joint investigation led by Attorney General Murrill’s Cyber Crime Unit
Both arrests were a result of a joint undercover chat operation by Attorney General Liz Murrill’s Cyber Crime Unit, Homeland Security Investigations, St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office, Covington Police Department, East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Office, Mandeville Police Department, United States Secret Service, and the Washington Parish Sheriff’s Office.
4/12/2024Attorney General Liz Murrill’s Consumer Tips for Natural Disaster victims
Many homes, structures and businesses were damaged following the severe storms and tornadoes that moved across a large part of Louisiana on Tuesday morning, April 11. Attorney General Liz Murrill is alerting consumers about home repair scams and other disaster fraud schemes, to ensure they are receiving the necessary services needed to repair the damage.
4/11/2024Tax season is underway, don't fall victim to scams
This year, federal Tax Day falls on Monday, April 15th. Here are some common scams to be aware of from the Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division.
4/9/2024Attorney General Liz Murrill files rehearing application after Louisiana Supreme Court strikes down child sex abuse law
The policy in question was passed unanimously by the legislature, and signed by the governor in 2021.
4/5/2024Hammond man arrested by Liz Murrill’s Cyber Crime Unit for first degree rape of child, other charges
This arrest was a result of a joint investigation with the Attorney General Liz Murrill’s Cyber Crime Unit, Homeland Security Investigations, and the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office.
4/5/2024Statement from Attorney General Liz Murrill on lawsuit challenging FEMA’s Risk Rating 2.0
The judge ruled that all but one of our claims can move forward. In doing so, he recognized the irreparable harm that these rates are causing policyholders across Louisiana and the nation.
3/28/2024Attorney General Liz Murrill Leads Coalition of 16 States Against Biden’s Attack on LNG
Biden’s decision causes serious harm to Plaintiff States, local communities counting on LNG-related investment, and the energy sector itself. This ban will also disrupt the development and production of natural gas and gives us no choice but to turn to the courts to enforce the law.
3/21/2024Previously convicted sex offender arrested by Attorney General Murrill’s Cyber Crime Unit in Tangipahoa Parish
This arrest was a result of a joint investigation with General Murrill’s Cyber Crime Unit, the East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office, the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office and Homeland Security Investigations.
3/15/2024Two Ascension Parish men arrested by Attorney General Murrill's Cyber Crime Unit for pornography involving juveniles
Both investigations were initiated as a result of cyber tips from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.
3/15/2024Louisiana heads to the United States Supreme Court to defend our First Amendment rights against government censorship
Freedom of speech is one of the most important liberties we have as Americans, serving as a bulwark to protect democracy from a government that might censor its people.
3/13/2024Attorney General Murrill supports Ag Commissioner's concerns on Net-Zero Banking Alliance's impact on Agriculture & Food Security
Attorney General Liz Murrill is standing with the Commissioner of Agriculture and Forestry, Dr. Mike Strain, along with other attorneys general across the country, in pushing back against the Net-Zero Banking Alliance that threatens our food security and the work of our farmers.
3/12/2024Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill’s Office files lawsuit against Securities and Exchange Commission
The SEC is supposed to focus on financial issues -- not climate activism. Yet the Biden Administration is twisting the boundaries of this institution to achieve its desired end at the expense of American business.
3/8/2024Attorney General Liz Murrill’s Cyber Crime Unit arrests Ruston man for 70 counts of possession of child porn
This arrest was a result of an investigation conducted by Attorney General Murrill’s Cyber Crime Unit, Lincoln Parish Sheriff’s Office, Bossier Parish Sheriff’s Office, Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office, and Homeland Security Investigations.
3/7/2024Attorney General Liz Murrill’s Cyber Crime Unit arrests Gonzales man for 247 counts of possession of child pornography
“Crimes against children will not be tolerated. I applaud my agents and all the other law enforcement agencies involved, constantly working to keep our communities safe,” said General Murrill.
3/7/2024Statement from Attorney General Liz Murrill on the conclusion of the Special Session on Crime
This two-week special session does not mean crime will automatically go away in Louisiana. It’s going to take all of us coming together to change the course of our State. I’m committed to doing the work.
2/29/2024Attorney General Liz Murrill’s Office arrests man for possessing 500 counts of child porn
Our office received a cyber-tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. An investigation was initiated from our office, and it led to his arrest.
2/22/2024