Recent News About Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares
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Attorney General Jason Miyares of Virginia revealed that the state is set to receive about $3.1 million as part of a $270 million multistate settlement with Amneal Pharmaceuticals. The agreement, reached in principle, aims to address Amneal's involvement in the opioid crisis that has plagued the nation for years.According to a multistate coalition of attorneys general, Amneal Pharmaceuticals, a major manufacturer of opioids from 2006 to 2019, is accused of neglecting to monitor and report suspicious orders made by its customers, contravening federal regulations.Miyares...
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A Hopewell man, Azontay Malik Perry, 27, has been sentenced to five years and five months in prison for being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition. The incident took place on Nov. 19, 2022, when Perry was found passed out in the driver's seat of a BMW with the engine running in Hopewell, Virginia.According to court documents, Hopewell Police officers discovered Perry in the intersection of Ashland Street and Oaklawn Boulevard. Perry ignored commands, drove into a parked police vehicle, attempted to flee at high speed, and eventually crashed into a dumpster at...
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Attorney General Jason Miyares has taken a firm stance against the recent actions of the Department of Education, joining a six-state coalition to challenge the overhaul of Title IX of the Educational Amendments Act. Miyares expressed his concerns stating, “The Biden Administration's unlawful rule would jeopardize half a century of landmark protections for women, forcing the Administration’s social agenda onto the states by holding federal funding hostage."Miyares emphasized, "We cannot roll back Title IX in the name of false equity." Title IX has been instrumental in...
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Attorney General Jason Miyares has filed a notice with the Virginia Court of Appeals supporting Keshawn Duffy's innocence and request for a writ of actual innocence. Duffy, who was wrongfully sentenced to two life sentences in 2019, was convicted of two counts of forcible sodomy and sentenced to two consecutive life sentences after his ex-girlfriend's young son reported that Duffy had sexually abused him."A free and just society owns up to its wrongdoings and has steps to correct them. Virginia's writ of actual innocence process is intended to right those wrongs. It's...
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A Richmond man, Walter Lavelle Allen, has been sentenced to two years and three months in prison for illegally possessing a firearm. The sentencing comes after Allen, a previously convicted felon, was found with a loaded 9mm semiautomatic pistol in his possession.According to court documents, Richmond Police observed Allen displaying the firearm in an Instagram story before finding him asleep in a parked vehicle with the weapon under his leg. Allen's previous conviction for possession with intent to distribute cocaine prohibited him from legally owning a firearm or...
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Attorney General Miyares has partnered with the Henrico Sports & Entertainment Authority (HSEA) to enhance public awareness for the "One Pill Can Kill" campaign. The initiative aims to combat the dangers of fentanyl-laced drugs and reduce opioid-related deaths in Virginia. Attorney General Miyares emphasized the importance of education and prevention in the fight against counterfeit medications, stating, “Make no mistake – the rise of fentanyl poisoning is chemical warfare.”The collaboration between Attorney General Miyares and HSEA will utilize the Henrico Sports &...
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Attorney General Jason Miyares hosted the 7th annual Unsung Heroes Award Ceremony, recognizing Virginians who provide exemplary service and support to victims of crime in Virginia. The Office of the Attorney General established these awards to acknowledge Virginians who dedicate their work to support crime victims with trauma-informed responses in their recovery and healing journey."Unsung Heroes wake up each morning, not knowing what horrors or pain the work day could bring, but recognizing that there are crime victims in need of their support, advocacy, and care. The...
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Attorney General Jason Miyares of Virginia announced today that the state has received a payment of $122.5 million from major tobacco companies as part of the Tobacco Master Settlement Agreement. The agreement, finalized in 1998, aimed to address violations of consumer protection laws and deceptive marketing practices by tobacco companies, which led to increased healthcare costs for the state.Over the years, Virginia has received a total of $3.3 billion in payments from the Master Settlement Agreement, with annual payments helping to offset healthcare expenses related to...
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Attorney General Jason Miyares of Virginia has taken a firm stance on the issue of missing migrant children, calling on the Biden administration to address the crisis promptly. In a letter addressed to Health and Human Services Secretary Becerra, Attorney General Miyares expressed his concerns regarding the welfare and safety of unaccompanied minors."The federal government has lost track of 85,000 migrant children. This is unacceptable. Local law enforcement cannot protect and ensure the well-being of children they don’t know exist," stated Attorney General Miyares.The...
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Attorney General Jason Miyares announced that Virginia has received approximately $108.4 million in opioid settlement funds from various manufacturers, distributors, and pharmacy chains. Miyares expressed gratitude for the efforts of his Consumer Protection team, stating, "Virginia just received over $100 million in opioid settlement funds that will enable us to more effectively prevent, reduce, and treat addiction at a localized level."The funds stem from settlements with major pharmaceutical distributors, drug manufacturers, and retail pharmacy chains. The breakdown of...
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Attorney General Jason Miyares has demanded that Bank of America cease its practice of debanking conservatives. In a letter joined by a 15-state coalition, Attorney General Miyares called out the bank for discrimination against customers based on their political and religious views. He stated, "Bank of America’s blatant discrimination against account holders whose political and religious ideologies don’t align with its own is appalling and un-American. As Attorney General, I will protect the constitutional liberties of all Virginians."The letter highlighted instances...
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Attorney General Jason Miyares, along with a coalition of 20 attorneys general, has taken a stand against the Biden administration's handling of immigration policies. Joining forces in filing an amicus brief, they aim to support states in their efforts to curb illegal immigration activities.Miyares expressed concern over the impact of President Biden's actions on the country, stating, "Every single state has become a border state thanks to President Biden’s mishandling of the southern border. Despite it being clear that the drugs and illegal immigrants flooding our...
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Attorney General Jason Miyares has announced a victory against the Biden Administration's Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") mandate that requires businesses to track and report greenhouse gas emissions. Virginia, along with 25 other states, secured a temporary nationwide block on President Biden's climate mandate while the lawsuit continues."President Biden continues to try to push his most extreme, harmful, and expensive policies without congressional approval - because he knows they'll fail in Congress. He is actively avoiding the voice of the American people...
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Attorney General Miyares has joined a coalition of 27 states in condemning the Environmental Protection Agency's proposed rule to expand regulations on liquid waste produced by meat and poultry processing plants in the United States. The expansion of regulatory authority has raised concerns about its potential economic impacts on businesses and consumers, particularly in rural America."The Biden Administration continues to try and find ways to expand its authority by sidestepping Congress and the American people. This latest attempt would cripple small meat and poultry...
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Attorney General Miyares expressed his concerns, stating, “Investment companies making political stands with consumers’ money in the name of ‘environmental, social, and governance’ standards is wrong, reckless, and dangerous. Further leaning into those radical policies by embracing the BDS movement and punishing Israeli companies for defending themselves against terrorist attacks is inexcusable.”In August of 2022, 17 state attorneys general sent a letter to Morningstar, a large investing ratings company, expressing “serious concerns related to reports that...
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A Richmond man pleaded guilty today to possession with intent to distribute cocaine and being a felon in possession of firearms and ammunition. Identified as Errez Tekel Perry, 30, the individual was apprehended by law enforcement authorities following a search warrant executed on his residence. According to court documents, Perry attempted to evade arrest but was eventually taken into custody by authorities.During the search of Perry's residence, investigators discovered a significant amount of illegal substances and paraphernalia. The recovered items included firearms,...
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A Richmond man has been sentenced to four years and nine months in prison for being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition. Brandon Stephon Brown, 31, was observed by Richmond Police Department detectives on March 22, 2023, approaching a breezeway in an apartment complex. Detectives saw a black handgun fall between Brown’s legs as he reached into his pants. The detectives detained Brown and recovered the loaded handgun, which was later found to be reported stolen."At the time, Brown had four previous felony convictions, including robbery involving a firearm in...
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A Big Stone Gap, Virginia man, Joshua Derrick Ellis Vanover, has been sentenced to 107 months in federal prison for possession with the intent to distribute methamphetamine. Vanover, 35, was found with more than 50 grams of methamphetamine in his car after fleeing from police during a traffic stop."Vanover admitted he fled from police because he knew he was wanted, had drugs on him, and did not want to go back to jail," the court documents revealed.United States Attorney Christopher R. Kavanaugh, Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares, and Craig B. Kailimai, Special...
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Attorney General Jason Miyares has expressed his support for a Texas law that allows for the deportation of illegal immigrants. In a statement, Attorney General Miyares highlighted the importance of addressing the immigration crisis, stating, “The immigration crisis has rendered every state a border state, and I swore an oath to safeguard Virginians.” He further questioned the lack of solutions to the public safety issues arising from illegal immigration, asking, “When will enough be enough?”The coalition supporting the Texas law includes 22 states, with Attorney General...
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Doctor Wendell Lewis Randall, 71, of Millers Creek, N.C., was sentenced this week to 18 months in prison for his involvement in a prescription fraud scheme using a DEA registration number issued to another person. Randall, who pled guilty to the charges in November 2023, allowed unqualified medical providers to use his credentials to prescribe Suboxone without actually seeing the patients.According to court documents, Randall was affiliated with L5 Medical Holdings, operating as Pain Care Center in several Virginia locations. Despite being assigned to the Woodlawn clinic,...
