Attorney General Matthew Platkin
Recent News About Attorney General Matthew Platkin
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ARRIVE Together expands to all top 15 most populous NJ municipalities
Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin has announced the expansion of the ARRIVE Together program to Brick Township and Toms River Township, marking its availability in New Jersey's 15 most populous municipalities.
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Attorneys General seek further questioning of Kash Patel over FBI dismissal concerns
New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, along with a coalition of 19 attorneys general, has called on the Senate to demand further questioning of Kash Patel, President Trump's nominee for FBI Director.
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Former Paterson Mayor sentenced for violating court ban with illegal campaign
The former mayor of Paterson, Jose “Joey” Torres, has been sentenced to three years of probation for launching a mayoral campaign in 2022 despite being banned from holding public office.
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New Jersey offers post-conviction relief for some DWI cases
The State of New Jersey has issued a notice regarding potential post-conviction relief for individuals arrested or convicted of Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) who provided breath samples on certain Alcotest instruments.
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Two NJ doctors lose licenses over separate alleged misconduct incidents
Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs have announced that the State Board of Medical Examiners has permanently revoked the licenses of two North Jersey physicians due to unrelated allegations of sexual misconduct...
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Attorneys general warn against Trump's deferred resignation program
New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin has joined a group of 11 attorneys general to caution federal employees about the Trump administration's "deferred resignation" program.
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State AGs challenge Trump's stance on diversity initiatives
New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, alongside twelve other state attorneys general, has released a joint statement addressing recent executive orders by President Trump aimed at dismantling diversity, equity, inclusion, and...
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New Jersey coalition secures restraining order against Trump's federal funding freeze
Governor Phil Murphy and Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin of New Jersey have announced a temporary restraining order issued by a federal judge in response to a lawsuit filed by New Jersey and 22 other states.
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Buy Rite franchise settles with NJ over license violations
The Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control has concluded an investigation involving six licensees linked to the Buy Rite liquor franchise.
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Mercer County officers face charges related to child sexual abuse
Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Criminal Justice have announced charges against a husband and wife, both law enforcement officers in Mercer County, for their involvement in child sexual abuse crimes.
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Attorney General Platkin establishes TRUST Commission to enhance government transparency
Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin has announced the formation of a new TRUST Commission aimed at enhancing transparency and reliability within the New Jersey government.
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Acting Sussex County Prosecutor Carolyn Murray retires; Sahil K. Kabse named successor
Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin has announced the retirement of Acting Sussex County Prosecutor Carolyn Murray, effective February 1, 2025.
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Newark man charged under new law for alleged role in burglary ring
Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Criminal Justice (DCJ) have announced charges against a Newark man, Samir White, in connection with an auto theft and home burglary ring.
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States sue Trump administration over withheld federal funding affecting essential services
New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, alongside attorneys general from 22 other states, has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration to challenge a new policy that withholds federal funding essential for state programs.
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Essex County bus company owner sentenced for hiring unqualified drivers
Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, alongside the Office of Public Integrity and Accountability (OPIA), has announced the sentencing of Ahmed Mahgoub, owner of an Essex County school bus company.
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New Jersey allocates $14.5M for community-based violence intervention programs
Governor Phil Murphy and Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin have announced the allocation of up to $14.5 million in grant funding to 27 organizations under New Jersey's Community-Based Violence Intervention (CBVI) Program.
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States sue over Trump’s executive order ending birthright citizenship
Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin has announced a legal challenge to President Donald Trump's executive order that aims to end birthright citizenship in the United States.
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New Jersey AG finds no misconduct linked to Menendez indictment
Following the indictment of former Senator Robert Menendez by the United States Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York, an internal inquiry was conducted by the New Jersey Attorney General's Office.
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Vanguard settles $106M case over undisclosed tax impacts on investor funds
The Office of the Attorney General, in collaboration with the Division of Consumer Affairs and the Bureau of Securities, announced a $106 million settlement with Vanguard Marketing Corporation and The Vanguard Group, Inc. This settlement addresses...
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New Jersey joins multistate efforts defending federal environmental protections
Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin has initiated three legal actions to safeguard federal environmental protections in New Jersey.