| 12 29, 2017 | Press Conferences to be Held to Announce Attorney General 2018 Legislative PackageAttorney General Marty Jackley will hold two press conferences to announce his upcoming legislative package. Read More |
| 12 29, 2017 | Yankton County Death Investigation Preliminary Autopsy Results ReleasedAttorney General Marty Jackley and Yankton County Sheriff Jim Vlahakis advised today that preliminary autopsy results are complete in the investigation into the death of Justin Baron Arcoren, 18, Chamberlain. Read More |
| 12 28, 2017 | Sioux Falls Man Sentenced in Medicaid Fraud CaseAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today that Steven P. Haddorff, 64, Sioux Falls, was sentenced for a Medicaid Fraud offense. Read More |
| 12 21, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Warns of Email Scam Targeting BusinessesAttorney General Marty Jackley is warning of a scam that has evolved and resurfaced targeting businesses. Read More |
| 12 21, 2017 | State of South Dakota Files Final Brief in United States Supreme Court Tax Fairness CaseAttorney General Marty Jackley confirmed today that the State of South Dakota has filed its final Reply Brief in State of South Dakota v. Wayfair, Overstock and Newegg. Read More |
| 12 20, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Issues Official Attorney General Opinion on Legislative Committee Subpoena PowerAttorney General Marty J. Jackley announced the issuance of his official Attorney General Opinion to State Senator Troy Heinert regarding legislative committee authority to issue subpoenas. Read More |
| 12 20, 2017 | Attorney General Joins 50 State Attorneys General in $13.5 Million Consumer SettlementAttorney General Jackley joins 50 Attorneys General in reaching a $13.5 million settlement with Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (BIPI) Read More |
| 12 18, 2017 | Open Meetings Commission to Convene by Teleconference on December 21, 2017The Open Meetings Commission will meet by teleconference on December 21, 2017 at 2:30 p.m.(CST) at the Attorney General’s Office. Read More |
| 12 14, 2017 | State of South Dakota Warns Consumers of Fictitious Auto Transport CompanyAttorney General Marty Jackley and Department of Revenue Secretary Andy Gerlach are warning consumers to be aware of a fictitious auto transport company by the name of Quay Shipping that claims to be physically located in Pierre, South Dakota. Read More |
| 12 08, 2017 | Grandparent Scam Continues to Target South Dakota Seniors Attorney General Marty Jackley is again warning South Dakota seniors that the grandparent scam has resurfaced targeting all parts of the state. Read More |
| 12 06, 2017 | 20th Annual Pie Day Scheduled for Saturday December 9thAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today that the 20th Annual Pie Day will be held on Saturday, December 9th. Read More |
| 12 01, 2017 | Marshall County Men Indicted on Multiple Sexual Abuse ChargesAttorney General Marty Jackley and Marshall County States Attorney Dana Frohling announced today that five Marshall county men have been indicted by a Marshall County Grand jury on multiple sexual abuse charges. Read More |
| 12 01, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Joins 24 Attorneys General Asking Congress to Enact the Concealed Carry ActsAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today he has joined with a total of 24 state Attorney’s General in support of the Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act of 2017 and the Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act of 2017. Read More |
| 11 29, 2017 | Texas Man Sentenced for Deceptive Trade Practices Attorney General Marty Jackley announced today that Chad Michael Blair, 42, Houston, TX, formerly of Sioux Falls, was sentenced yesterday in 2nd Circuit Court to one count of deceptive trade practices and one count of odometer alteration. Read More |
| 11 28, 2017 | Drug Control Fund Awards Distributed to Law Enforcement Agencies Attorney General Marty Jackley announced today that several law enforcement agencies throughout the state have been given awards from the Attorney General’s Drug Control Fund. The Drug Control Fund is funded by drug forfeiture monies to be used for enforcement in drug control and apprehension purposes. Read More |
| 11 28, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Releases 6–Month Update on the Project Stand Up ProgramAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today that November marks the 6-month anniversary of the launch of the Project Stand Up Program. Read More |
| 11 28, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Provides Charitable Giving Tips for the Holiday SeasonSouth Dakotans are extremely generous, whether the giving comes in the wake of a national disaster or during the gift giving season, which is upon us. Read More |
| 11 22, 2017 | South Dakota Supreme Court Upholds Conviction for Threats in Minnehaha County CourthouseAttorney General Marty J. Jackley confirms that the South Dakota Supreme Court has unanimously affirmed Edward James Draskovich’s convictions for threatening a judicial officer and disorderly conduct as a result of statements he made in the Minnehaha County Courthouse. Read More |
| 11 22, 2017 | MURDER CONVICTION FROM DOMESTIC VIOLENCE INVOLVING TWENTY-THREE STAB WOUNDS AFFIRMED BY SOUTH DAKOTA SUPREME COURTAttorney General Marty J. Jackley announces that the First-Degree Murder conviction of John Eric Hemminger and mandatory life sentence has been affirmed by the South Dakota Supreme Court. Read More |
| 11 22, 2017 | South Dakota Receives Extraordinary Support from the National Governors Association, and the Education and Business Communities in National Fight to Bring Tax FairnessAttorney General Marty J. Jackley is pleased to announce that the National Governors Association and the education and business communities have filed “friend of the court” briefs in support of South Dakota’s petition to the United States Supreme Court on tax fairness. Read More |
| 11 22, 2017 | Aurora Man Sentenced in Attempted Rape and Sexual Contact with a Child CaseAttorney General Marty Jackley and Aurora County States Attorney John Steele announced today that Robert Lincoln Will, 35, Plankinton, was sentenced. Read More |
| 11 21, 2017 | Colorado Man Sentenced For His Role in Flandreau Marijuana Grow CaseAttorney General Marty Jackley announced that Jonathan Hunt, 44, Colorado, has been sentenced today for his role in the Flandreau marijuana grow case. Read More |
| 11 20, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Provides Holiday Shopping TipsThe holiday shopping season is upon us and the lure of Black Friday deals and advertisements are abundant. Read More |
| 11 15, 2017 | Codington County Woman Indicted on Grand Theft ChargesAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today that Barbara Anita Lingenfelter, 60, Watertown, has been indicted by a Codington County grand jury. Read More |
| 11 15, 2017 | Perkins County Man Indicted on Kidnapping and Rape ChargesAttorney General Marty Jackley and Perkins County States Attorney Shane Penfield announced today that a Perkins County grand jury has indicted Richard Seidel, 55, Bison. Read More |
| 11 14, 2017 | 47 Basic Law Enforcement Certification Students to Graduation this Week Attorney General Marty Jackley announced today that graduation for the 165th Basic Law Enforcement Certification class is scheduled for Friday, November 17, 2017, at the Mickelson Criminal Justice Center, Pierre, S.D. beginning at 10:00 a.m. (CST). Read More |
| 11 14, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Joins 44 Attorneys General Urging Congress to Fix its Drug Enforcement Act of 2016 that Impedes Effective Drug EnforcementAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today he has joined with a total of 44 state Attorneys General in urging Congress to immediately repeal the Ensuring Patient Access and Effective Drug Enforcement Act of 2016. Read More |
| 11 13, 2017 | Western Union Wire Transfer Settlement Monies Available to VictimsAttorney General Marty Jackley has confirmed that the Federal Trade Commission, the U.S. Department of Justice and the U.S. Postal Service have settled with Western Union on a $586 million dollars settlement for aiding and abetting wire fraud. Read More |
| 11 09, 2017 | Four Arrested in Assault of Sturgis WomanLaw enforcement confirm that four individuals have been arrested. Read More |
| 11 06, 2017 | Minnehaha County Man Convicted for Financial Elder AbuseAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today that Ronald Wayne Whalen, 47, Sioux Falls, was sentenced on Wednesday, November 1, 2017 for attempted grand theft by deception. Read More |
| 11 03, 2017 | State Penitentiary Inmate Indicted for Attempted MurderAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today that Kevin Christopher Tripp, 25, inmate at the State Penitentiary, was indicted on one count of attempted first degree murder, and one count of aggravated assault against department of corrections employee. Read More |
| 11 03, 2017 | Operation Protect Veterans Programs Scheduled in Sioux Falls and Rapid CityAttorney General Marty Jackley is partnering with AARP on Operation Protect Veterans as part of the AARP Fraud Watch Network. Read More |
| 11 02, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Warns South Dakota Consumers of Utility Scam Targeting the StateAttorney General Marty Jackley is warning South Dakota consumers to avoid a scam involving callers posing as utility company employees who attempt to obtain credit card or bank account information over the phone. Read More |
| 11 02, 2017 | South Dakota Supreme Court Upholds Patterson Murder Conviction and Life Without Parole SentenceAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today that the South Dakota Supreme Court has affirmed the second degree murder conviction and sentence of Joseph R. Patterson for the death of his then girlfriend’s son T.R. Read More |
| 11 02, 2017 | South Dakota Leading the National Fight to Bring Tax Fairness for Local RetailersAttorney General Marty Jackley is pleased to announce that 36 Attorneys General are supporting South Dakota’s position that sales tax obligations should be applied fairly to both internet and main street businesses. Colorado has filed a “friend of the court” brief in support of South Dakota’s petition to the United States Supreme Court asking that Quill Corp. v. North Dakota, 504 U.S. 298 (1992) be overruled. Read More |
| 11 01, 2017 | State Penitentiary Inmate Sentenced in Sliming CaseAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today that State Penitentiary inmate Avugwi Zion Alvarez, 26, was sentenced yesterday for assault by inmate, intentionally causing contact with bodily fluids or human waste. Read More |
| 10 27, 2017 | Marshall County Men Arrested on Multiple Sexual Abuse Charges Attorney General Marty Jackley and Marshall County States Attorney Dana Frohling announced today that five Marshall county men have been arrested on multiple sexual abuse charges. Read More |
| 10 27, 2017 | Open Meetings Commission to Convene in Pierre The Open Meeting Commission will meet Friday, November 3, 2017, at 1:30 p.m. (CDT) at the Matthews Training Center-Foss Building, Pierre, SD. Read More |
| 10 26, 2017 | Roberts County Death Investigation ConcludedAttorney General Marty Jackley confirms today that law enforcement have concluded their investigation into the death of Wesley Keith Spider, 43, Sisseton. Read More |
| 10 26, 2017 | State Penitentiary Inmate Arrested for Attempted MurderAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today that Kevin Christopher Tripp, 25, inmate at the South Dakota State Penitentiary, has been arrested by complaint on one count of attempted first degree murder, and one count of aggravated assault against Department of Corrections employee. Read More |
| 10 24, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Confirms Trial Dates Set in Gear Up CaseAttorney General Marty Jackley confirms today that the Court has set an additional hearing date and jury trial dates in the Gear Up case.
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| 10 23, 2017 | Gene Abdallah Appointed by Attorney General Jackley to Board of Pardons and ParolesAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today the appointment of Gene Abdallah of Sioux Falls, S.D. to the Board of Pardons and Paroles. Read More |
| 10 19, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Joins $120 Million Settlement with General Motors Over Defective Ignition SwitchAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today a $120 million settlement with General Motors Company (“GM”) over allegations GM concealed safety issues related to ignition-switch-related defects in GM vehicles. Read More |
| 10 19, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Warns of Unauthorized Websites that Falsely Represent Governmental AgenciesAttorney General Marty Jackley is warning South Dakotans to be cautious of misleading websites that falsely appear to be representing governmental agencies. Read More |
| 10 19, 2017 | Attorney General’s Office Releases Minnehaha County Deputy Involved Shooting SummaryAttorney General Marty Jackley and the Division of Criminal Investigation today released the summary into the shooting of Christopher Scott Sanftleben, on September 23, 2017, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Read More |
| 10 17, 2017 | Project Stand Up Community Kick-Off Scheduled in Codington CountyAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today that Project Stand Up will expand its Community Kick-Offs next week in Watertown. Read More |
| 10 13, 2017 | Day County Jury Renders Guilty Verdict on Murder ChargesAttorney General Marty Jackley and Day County States Attorney Danny Smeins announced today that a Day County jury returned a verdict finding Jason Lewandowski, 46, Rosyln, guilty. Read More |
| 10 12, 2017 | Attorney General’s Elder Abuse & Financial Exploitation Subdivision Continues to See Increase in Demand for ServicesAttorney General Marty Jackley confirms today that his Elder Abuse & Financial Exploitation Subdivision continues to see an increase in referrals and prosecutions since its inception in 2016. The Subdivision received 122 leads/referrals and cut 28 cases in the July –September 2017 quarter. Read More |
| 10 12, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Warns Consumers of Robocalls Targeting the StateAn unfamiliar number lights up your cellphone, but it appears to be from your area code and your local prefix. Read More |
| 10 11, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Calls on Credit Bureaus to Halt Fees for Consumers Impacted by Equifax BreachAttorney General Marty Jackley has joined a coalition of 37 attorneys general to urge consumer reporting agencies Experian and TransUnion to immediately stop charging fees to consumers who want to put in place credit freezes on their accounts in light of the massive data breach at the consumer reporting agency Equifax. Read More |
| 10 04, 2017 | Project Stand Up Tip Leads to Arrest in Hughes CountyAttorney General Marty Jackley and Hughes County State’s Attorney Wendy Kloeppner announced today that Karen Sawyer Monical, 35, Sioux City, Iowa, and Brian M. Picotte, 37, Sioux City, Iowa, were arrested on September 15, 2017, on numerous drug charges with the help of an anonymous tip received by the Hughes County Sheriff’s Office as part of Project Stand Up. Read More |
| 10 03, 2017 | Drug Control Fund Awards Distributed to Law Enforcement Agencies Attorney General Marty Jackley announced today that several law enforcement agencies throughout the state have been given awards from the Attorney General’s Drug Control Fund. Read More |
| 10 03, 2017 | 39 Attorney Generals Call on Congress to Change Federal Law to Make Drug Treatment More Affordable and AccessibleAttorney General Marty Jackley, with a bipartisan coalition of 39 Attorneys General and the National Association of Attorneys General, called on Congress to pass legislation that changes federal law to make treatment for drug addiction more affordable and accessible for Americans who most need it. Read More |
| 10 03, 2017 | Law Enforcement Conducting Death Investigation in Sisseton Attorney General Marty Jackley confirms that the Sisseton Wahpeton Police Department responded to a report of an unresponsive individual in the city of Sisseton at approximately 8:53 a.m. this morning. Read More |
| 10 02, 2017 | Day County Man Indicted on Sales Tax ViolationsAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today that Gary Podzimek, 59, Bristol, has been indicted by a Day County Grand Jury on 4 counts of making a false or fraudulent sale tax return. Read More |
| 10 02, 2017 | Petition for Certiorari Filed in South Dakota v.Wayfair, Overstock and NeweggAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today that he has filed a petition for certiorari, asking the United States Supreme Court to review the South Dakota Supreme Court decision in State of South Dakota v. Wayfair, Overstock and Newegg. Read More |
| 09 28, 2017 | State Penitentiary Inmate Sentenced for Possession of a Controlled SubstanceAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today that State Penitentiary inmate Spencer Brown, 48, was sentenced today for possession of a controlled substance, methamphetamine, by an inmate. Read More |
| 09 25, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Announces New Unit to Fight Disability & Social Welfare Program FraudAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today a Dedication Event to launch the South Dakota Cooperative Disability Investigations Unit (CDIU). Read More |
| 09 25, 2017 | AG Office to Review Officer Involved Shooting in Sioux FallsAttorney General Marty Jackley confirms that the Division of Criminal Investigation, at the request of the Minnehaha County Sheriff’s Office, is investigating the officer involved shooting that occurred Saturday, September 23, 2017, at approximately 1:30 am (CDT). Read More |
| 09 22, 2017 | Marshall County Man Indicted on First Degree RapeAttorney General Marty Jackley and Marshall County States Attorney Dana Frohling announced today that a Marshall County grand jury has indicted Chance Alan Severson, 27, Britton, S.D. Read More |
| 09 21, 2017 | South Dakota Supreme Court Upholds Two Felony Drug ConvictionsAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today the that South Dakota Supreme Court has upheld two felony drug convictions in two separate cases, State v. Jones and State v. Gaters. Read More |
| 09 19, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley to Serve on the National Board of Jobs for America’s GraduatesAttorney General Marty Jackley has been elected to serve on the National Board of Directors of Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG). Read More |
| 09 19, 2017 | Second Annual Aging Gracefully Expo ScheduledAttorney General Marty Jackley and the South Dakota State University Extension Office are reminding South Dakotans the Second Annual Aging Gracefully Expo (AGE) will kick-off at 11:00 a.m. (MDT) on Saturday, September 23, 2017. Read More |
| 09 19, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Offers Advice on Equifax Data BreachAttorney General Marty Jackley is asking consumers to be vigilant of scams and consider their options in protecting their personal identifying information in the wake of the Equifax data breach. Read More |
| 09 18, 2017 | Project Stand Up Community Kick-Off Scheduled in Charles Mix County Attorney General Marty Jackley announced today that Project Stand Up will expand its Community Kick-Offs this week in Wagner. Read More |
| 09 18, 2017 | Second Annual South Dakota Salutes Event Scheduled for September 25-26The Second Annual South Dakota Salutes Event is fast approaching and South Dakota “invitees” are encouraged to attend. Read More |
| 09 18, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Joins State Attorneys General Request to Equifax to Protect ConsumersAttorney General Marty Jackley has joined with attorneys general around the country in a letter to Equifax requesting that it disable links for enrollment in fee-based credit monitoring service in the wake of the massive data breach impacting 143 million people. Read More |
| 09 18, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Joins Challenge to Insurance Companies to Combat the Opioid Addiction EpidemicIn a letter to several insurance providers, Attorney General Marty Jackley joined 37 Attorneys General from across the United States, urging proactive steps to encourage healthcare providers to prioritize non-opioid pain management options over opioid prescriptions. Read More |
| 09 18, 2017 | Government Accountability Board to Convene in Sioux FallsThe Government Accountability Board will meet tomorrow at 1:00 p.m. (CDT) at the Minnehaha County Administration Building, Commission Meeting Room, Sioux Falls, SD. Read More |
| 09 18, 2017 | Sioux Falls Man Indicted for Murder of Victim Found Along SD Hwy 89Attorney General Marty Jackley announced today that Thomas P. Lucero, Jr., 26, Sioux Falls, has been indicted by a Fall River County Grand Jury. Read More |
| 09 18, 2017 | Brown County Woman Pleads to Grand TheftAttorney General Marty Jackley confirms that Amy Schmidt, 37, Aberdeen, pled to one count of grand theft, class 5 felony, punishable by up to 5 years in the state penitentiary and/or $10,000 fine. Read More |
| 09 18, 2017 | South Dakota Joins Challenge Supporting Religious Freedom for Business OwnersAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today he has joined a 20 state coalition of Attorneys General in filing an amicus brief, in the case of Masterpiece Cakeshop v. Colorado Civil Rights Commission, with the U.S. Supreme Court in support of a Colorado cake artist’s constitutionally protected right to religious liberty. Read More |
| 09 14, 2017 | South Dakota Supreme Court Issues Important Decision on Fairness Tax for South Dakota RetailersAttorney General Marty Jackley announces the State of South Dakota is one step closer to bringing tax fairness to South Dakota retailers which would continue to sustain South Dakota’s status as an income tax-free state. Read More |
| 09 13, 2017 | Aurora Man Pleads to Attempted Rape and Sexual Contact with a Child Attorney General Marty Jackley and Aurora County States Attorney John Steele announced today that Robert Lincoln Will, 35, Plankinton, pled guilty. Read More |
| 09 12, 2017 | Attorney General Explanation for Initiated Measure on Prescription Drugs Upheld by CourtAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today Circuit Court Judge Mark Barnett has denied the request to have the Attorney General’s Office rewrite the explanation for the initiated measure establishing a cap on the price a State agency may pay for a prescription drug. Read More |
| 09 12, 2017 | SD CHIP Event in Rapid City Attorney General Marty Jackley and the South Dakota Masons want to remind parents and guardians of the upcoming South Dakota Child Identification Program (SDCHIP) event: Read More |
| 09 11, 2017 | Tactical Robot Assists in Resolving Vermillion Standoff PIERRE, S.D. – Law Enforcement confirms that the tactical robot assisted in bringing resolution to Vermillion standoff with law enforcement. On Wednesday, August 30, 2017, Jubal Grant, 19, Wagner, escaped from the Charles Mix County jail, which ended in a standoff at a residence located in Vermillion. Read More |
| 09 08, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Issues Consumer ALERT – Equifax Data BreachAttorney General Marty Jackley is alerting South Dakota citizens that a data breach of Equifax, one of the three (3) Credit Bureaus, has occurred which allowed thieves to access more than 143 million American consumers personal identifying information with 200,000 of them being South Dakota residents. Read More |
| 09 07, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Says Save the Date for Annual Aging Gracefully ConferenceAttorney General Marty Jackley and the South Dakota State University Extension Office continue with the final preparations for the upcoming Aging Gracefully (AGE) conference being held in various locations across the state on Saturday, September 23, 2017. Read More |
| 08 31, 2017 | Open Meetings Commission to Convene in Mitchell The Open Meeting Commission will meet today at 1:00 p.m. (CDT) at the Highland Conference Center, Mitchell, SD. Read More |
| 08 31, 2017 | Attorney General Marty Jackley Warns of Scams Following Hurricane HarveyAttorney General Marty Jackley said today that South Dakotans should expect to be contacted by unscrupulous scammers soliciting donations to help the victims of Hurricane Harvey. Read More |
| 08 30, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Joins Challenge to Oppose Effort to Inject Firearm Regulation into RemingtonClass Action SettlementAttorney General Marty Jackley has joined an amicus brief filed in the United States Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals by 11 Attorneys General opposing efforts to introduce firearm regulation into a class action settlement. Read More |
| 08 30, 2017 | Attorney General Explanation Released for Initiated Measure Regarding Voting by MailSouth Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced that an Attorney General Explanation for a proposed initiated measure has been filed with the Secretary of State. Read More |
| 08 30, 2017 | Aurora County Man Sentenced in Sex Abuse Case Attorney General Marty Jackley and Aurora County States Attorney John Steele announced that Christian Thomas, 43, Plankinton, was sentenced to 87 years in the state penitentiary for his conviction of sexual abuse. Read More |
| 08 28, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Joins Challenge to Protect Second Amendment RightsAttorney General Marty Jackley has joined an amicus brief filed in the United States Supreme Court by 24 Attorneys General seeking to protect Second Amendment rights. Read More |
| 08 28, 2017 | Attorney General’s Office Releases Officer Involved Shooting Summary Attorney General Marty Jackley and the Division of Criminal Investigation today released the summary into the shooting of DeLeon Cruz, on July 31, 2017, in Box Elder, South Dakota. Sheriff’s Office. Read More |
| 08 25, 2017 | Minnesota Man Sentenced for Failure to Pay Sales TaxAttorney General Marty Jackley announced that Gerald C. Henry, 71, Pelican Lake, MN, pled guilty and was sentencing today in the 6th Circuit Court for two counts of failure to pay sales tax. Read More |
| 08 23, 2017 | Attorney General Explanation Released for Initiated Measure Regarding Prescription Drug Pricing for State AgenciesSouth Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced that an Attorney General Explanation for a proposed initiated measure has been filed with the Secretary of State. Read More |
| 08 18, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Announces Final Settlement with EpiPen ManufacturerAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today that South Dakota has agreed in principle to join the United States and other States to settle allegations against Mylan Inc. and its wholly-owned subsidiary, Mylan Specialty L.P. (collectively “Mylan”). Read More |
| 08 16, 2017 | Sex Trafficking Operation Results in ArrestsAttorney General Marty Jackley, United States Attorney Randolph J. Seiler, Rapid City Police Chief Karl Jegeris, and Pennington County Sheriff Kevin Thom announce that the Division of Criminal Investigation, the South Dakota Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force, and Homeland Security Investigations have conducted investigations into sex trafficking in Rapid City. Read More |
| 08 16, 2017 | 50 State Attorney Generals Renew Challenge to Congress to Strengthen Human Trafficking LawAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today the he has joined 50 state and territorial attorneys general in a bi-partisan coalition urging Congress to affirm that all law-enforcement agencies retain their traditional authority to fight sex trafficking. Read More |
| 08 10, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Joins Settlement with Nationwide Insurance over Data BreachAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today he has joined Attorneys Generals of 32 States, in reaching a settlement with the Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company and its subsidiary, Allied Property & Casualty Insurance Company (collectively “Nationwide”), concerning an October 2012 data breach. Read More |
| 08 10, 2017 | AG Jackley Joins Request to U.S. Supreme Court to Review Establishment Clause of the United States ConstitutionSouth Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announces that South Dakota has joined with 20 other State Attorneys General as amicus curiae, or friend of the court, requesting that the United States Supreme Court review whether a monument of the Ten Commandments placed on city property violates the Establishment Clause of the United States Constitution. Read More |
| 08 08, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Receives National Leadership Award from Foundation for Advancing Alcohol ResponsibilityToday, the Foundation for Advancing Alcohol Responsibility (Responsibility.org) announced the recipients of its 2017 Leadership Awards. Read More |
| 08 07, 2017 | Tactical Remote Robot Assists in Felony ArrestLaw Enforcement confirm that Chaz VanOrman, 35, Sioux Falls, was arrested August 3, 2017, in Lake County following an extensive search in both Lyon County, Iowa, and Minnehaha County, and ending in Lake County. VanOrman has been charged in Lake County on one count of burglary and one count of possession of a stolen vehicle. Read More |
| 08 04, 2017 | South Dakota Attorney General’s Office Awarded 2017 Best Redesign of Website at Western Attorneys General Conference Attorney General Marty Jackley announced today that the South Dakota Attorney General’s Office has been recognized by the Conference of Western Attorneys General (CWAG) for the redesign of the AG website. Read More |
| 08 03, 2017 | Attorney General Explanation Released for Constitutional Amendment Regarding Initiated and Referred MeasuresSouth Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced today an Attorney General Explanation for a proposed constitutional amendment has been filed with the Secretary of State. Read More |
| 08 01, 2017 | AG Office to Review Officer Involved Shooting in Pennington CountyAttorney General Marty Jackley confirms that the Division of Criminal Investigation, at the request of the Pennington County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the officer involved shooting that occurred July 31, 2017 at approximately 1:29 p.m (MDT). Read More |
| 08 01, 2017 | A.G. Ballot Explanations Released for Two Initiated Measures Increasing the State Tobacco Tax and Creating a Postsecondary Technical Institute FundSouth Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced today that Attorney General explanations for two separate proposed initiated measures have been filed with the Secretary of State. Read More |
| 07 31, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley to Lead National Attorney General Consideration of State Authority over Internet SalesAttorney General Marty Jackley announces that on Wednesday, August 2, 2017, he will head the Online Commerce and Taxes Forum at the Conference of Western Attorneys General annual meeting. Read More |
| 07 31, 2017 | Attorney General Ballot Explanation Released for Initiated Measure Prohibiting Contributions to Ballot Question CommitteesSouth Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced today an Attorney General Explanation for a proposed initiated measure has been filed with the Secretary of State. Read More |
| 07 31, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Joins Amicus Asking U.S. Supreme Court to Review Microsoft Data CaseAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today he has joined 32 other State Attorneys General in asking the U.S. Supreme Court to rule that email service providers cannot shield evidence of a crime from law enforcement by storing data outside the United States. Read More |
| 07 27, 2017 | Attorney General Ballot Explanation Released for Constitutional Amendment Providing for State Legislative Redistricting by a CommissionSouth Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced today an Attorney General Explanation for a proposed constitutional amendment has been filed with the Secretary of State. Read More |
| 07 25, 2017 | Aurora Man Pleads to Sexual Contact with a Child Attorney General Marty Jackley and Aurora County States Attorney John Steele announced today that Anthony Michael Vearrier, 23, Plankinton, pled guilty to one count of sexual contact with a child under the age of 13. Read More |
| 07 20, 2017 | South Dakota Supreme Court Upholds Bosworth Felony Convictions and Sentence For Election Law ViolationsAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today that the South Dakota Supreme Court has affirmed the felony convictions and sentence of Annette Bosworth for filing false petitions in her 2014 U.S. Senate Primary race. Read More |
| 07 20, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Warns Scam Contractors with Summer Storm DamageAttorney General Marty Jackley urges consumers who have been hit with storm damage across the State to proceed with caution when working to get homes, vehicles, and businesses repaired. Read More |
| 07 19, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Warns of Pirated WebsitesAttorney General Marty Jackley warns that hackers are now using so-called pirate websites to infect computers. Read More |
| 07 17, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Launches NO.METH.EVER. InitiativeAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today the release of the NO.METH.EVER. campaign contest winning entries. Read More |
| 07 14, 2017 | Attorney General’s Office Releases Officer Involved Shooting Summary Attorney General Marty Jackley and the Division of Criminal Investigation today released the summary into the shooting of Joseph Hogan, on June 17, 2017, in Rapid City, South Dakota. Read More |
| 07 13, 2017 | South Dakota Medicaid Fraud Unit Takes Part in Nationwide Health Care Fraud SweepAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today that the Attorney General’s Medicaid Control Fraud Unit (SD MFCU) participated with various law enforcement authorities in a nationwide coordinated health care fraud sweep. Read More |
| 07 12, 2017 | Attorney General Ballot Explanation Released for Constitutional Amendment Establishing Open Primary ElectionsSouth Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced today an Attorney General Explanation for a proposed constitutional amendment has been filed with the Secretary of State. Read More |
| 07 11, 2017 | Charles Mix County Death Investigation Preliminary Autopsy Results ReleasedAttorney General Marty Jackley and Charles Mix County Sheriff Randy Thaler advised today that preliminary autopsy results are complete in the investigation into the death of Janet Strickland-Collins, 66, Platte. Ms. Strickland-Collins was found deceased on July 7, 2017, in her residence. Read More |
| 06 27, 2017 | AG Jackley Statement on EPA Rescinding Waters of the U.S. RulePIERRE, S.D. – Attorney General Marty Jackley announced today the Environmental Protection Agency, under Administrator Scott Pruitt and Corps of Engineers, under Douglas Lamont, have withdrawn the Obama-era regulation that asserts federal authority over state waters. Read More |
| 06 26, 2017 | United States Supreme Court Rules with 12 Attorneys General on Immigration LawAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today that the United States Supreme Court issued a decision allowing President Trump’s executive order, commonly called the “travel ban”, to take effect, with certain exceptions. Read More |
| 06 23, 2017 | Aurora County Man Arrested for First Degree RapeAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today that Robert Lincoln Will III, 35, Plankinton, was arrested on one count of rape in the first degree, class C felony, punishable by up to life imprisonment and/or $50,000 fine. Read More |
| 06 20, 2017 | Project Stand Up to Expand Local Community Kick-Offs in Timber Lake and Eagle ButteAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today that Project Stand Up will expand its Community Kick-Offs this week in Timber Lake and Eagle Butte. Read More |
| 06 20, 2017 | Drug Control Fund Awards Distributed to Law Enforcement AgenciesAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today that several law enforcement agencies throughout the state have been given awards from the Attorney General’s Drug Control Fund. Read More |
| 06 20, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Join 20-State Coalition Urging EPA to Respect States’ Role Against EPA OverregulationAttorney General Marty Jackley has joined a 20-state coalition in requesting the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency preserve the role of the states in protecting the nation’s water sources. Read More |
| 06 20, 2017 | Minnehaha County Man Convicted for Financial Elder Abuse Attorney General Marty Jackley announced today that a Minnehaha County jury returned a verdict finding Ronald Wayne Whalen, 47, Sioux Falls, guilty of 1 count of forgery, class 5 felony, punishable by up to 5 years imprisonment and/or $10,000 fine. Read More |
| 06 19, 2017 | Attorney General Explanations Released for Four Constitutional Amendments Regarding Campaign Finance and Lobbying LawsSouth Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced today that Attorney General Explanations for four separate proposed constitutional amendments have been filed with the Secretary of State. Read More |
| 06 17, 2017 | AG Office to Review Officer Involved Shooting in Rapid CityPIERRE, S.D – Attorney General Marty Jackley confirms that the Division of Criminal Investigation, at the request of the Rapid City Police Department is investigating the officer involved shooting that occurred June 17, at approximately 12:16 p.m (MDT). The incident occurred at 310 Viking Drive in Rapid City. Read More |
| 06 16, 2017 | Project Stand Up to Launch Community Kick-Off in Sisseton Attorney General Marty Jackley announced today that Sisseton will be the first community to launch a local push for Project Stand Up - the statewide anonymous texting program that allows citizens to standup to drug crimes in their communities. Read More |
| 06 15, 2017 | World Elder Abuse Awareness DayIn recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day today, Attorney General Marty Jackley would like to highlight the Attorney General’s Elder Abuse & Financial Exploitation Subdivision and the work they have done over the past year. Read More |
| 06 15, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Joins National Attorneys General Investigation on OpioidsAttorney General Marty Jackley is working with a bipartisan coalition of Attorneys General from across the country in an investigation to evaluate whether manufacturers have engaged in unlawful practices in the marketing and sale of opioids. Read More |
| 06 14, 2017 | South Dakota Law Enforcement Stops Large Fentanyl DistributionAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today that the Chamberlain Police Department, the Safe Trails Drug Task Force and the Division of Criminal Investigation have arrested Trevor Harden, 19, Chamberlain, as a result of a search warrant served in Chamberlain on Tuesday, June 13, 2017. Read More |
| 06 14, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Warns of Deceptive Tobacco Settlement AdvertisingAttorney General Marty Jackley warns South Dakota citizens of recent deceptive advertisements related to the Tobacco Master Settlement Agreement. Read More |
| 06 13, 2017 | Sioux Falls Woman Sentenced in Embezzlement CaseAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today that Marna Jayne Gietzen, 49, Sioux Falls, pleaded guilty to embezzlement and was sentenced to serve 4 years in the state penitentiary with 4 years suspended under the condition that she serve time in the county jail. Read More |
| 06 13, 2017 | Parolee Sentenced in Assault and Escape CaseAttorney General Marty Jackley and Hughes County States Attorney Wendy Kloeppner announced today that Patrick LeBeau, 26, Pierre, was sentenced to 5 years in the state penitentiary with three suspended for escape and 2 years in the state penitentiary for simple assault domestic violence with both sentences to run consecutively. Read More |
| 06 09, 2017 | SD CHIP Event In Belle FourchePIERRE, S.D. – Attorney General Marty Jackley and the South Dakota Masons want to remind parents and guardians of the upcoming South Dakota Child Identification Program (SDCHIP) event: Read More |
| 06 08, 2017 | Nation’s Largest Nursing Home Pharmacy Company to Pay $23 Million to Settle Allegations Involving False Billings to State Medicaid ProgramsAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today that South Dakota has joined with other states and the federal government to settle allegations of fraud against Omnicare Inc., the nation’s largest provider of pharmaceuticals and pharmacy services to nursing homes. Read More |
| 06 06, 2017 | Bon Homme County Man Sentenced for Rape and Sexual Contact with a Minor Attorney General Marty Jackley and Bon Homme County States Attorney Lisa Rothschadl announced today that Paul Michael Brewer, 41, Tabor, was sentenced to 65 years in the state penitentiary for his conviction of rape and sexual contact. Brewer was convicted in March 2017 on 3 counts of rape and 2 counts sexual contact with a child under the age of 16. Read More |
| 06 05, 2017 | Attorney General Explanation Released for Constitutional Amendment Regarding Initiated and Referred MeasuresSouth Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced today an Attorney General Explanation for a proposed constitutional amendment has been filed with the Secretary of State. Read More |
| 06 05, 2017 | South Dakotans Asked to Recognize Elder Abuse Awareness Day Attorney General Marty Jackley is asking South Dakotans to join in recognizing World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15, 2017. Read More |
| 06 02, 2017 | Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division Warns of Sweepstakes ImpostersAttorney General Marty Jackley is warning South Dakota consumers that winners of the Publishers Clearing House Sweepstakes do not receive phone calls about their prizes. Read More |
| 06 02, 2017 | Gregory County Man Arrested for Second Degree MurderAttorney General Marty Jackley and Gregory County States Attorney Amy Bartling confirm that Chance Harruff, 46, Dallas, has been charged and arrested by complaint for second degree murder in the death of Kristi Olson, 38, Dallas. Read More |
| 05 30, 2017 | Hutchinson County Man Sentenced for Grand Theft by Deception Attorney General Marty Jackley announced today that Stephan Nicholas McCrae, 50, Menno, was sentenced in Circuit Court, Fall River County, to 4 years in the South Dakota State Penitentiary on one count of grand theft by deception. Read More |
| 05 26, 2017 | Attorney General’s Office Releases Officer Involved Shooting SummaryAttorney General Marty Jackley and the Division of Criminal Investigation today released the summary into the shooting of Tim Holmgren, on April 27, 2016, in Rapid City, South Dakota. Read More |
| 05 25, 2017 | South Dakota Recognizes National Missing Children’s Day Attorney General Marty Jackley is asking South Dakotans to observe National Missing Children’s Day today. Read More |
| 05 23, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Joins $18.5M Settlement with Target Corporation over 2013 Data BreachAttorney General Jackley today announced that South Dakota has joined with 46 other states and the District of Columbia in an $18.5 million settlement with the Target Corporation to resolve the states' investigation into the retail company's 2013 data breach. South Dakota will receive $174,248 as part of the settlement. Read More |
| 05 19, 2017 | Anonymous Texting Program Project Stand UpProject Stand Up was launched statewide yesterday and the anonymous drug tip line is already being utilized. Read More |
| 05 18, 2017 | Attorney General Explanation Released for Initiated Measure to Legalize All Quantities of MarijuanaSouth Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced today an Attorney General Explanation for a proposed initiated measure has been filed with the Secretary of State. Read More |
| 05 18, 2017 | Court Upholds Law Enforcement Authority to Perform Search After Citizen’s ArrestAttorney General Marty Jackley announces that the South Dakota Supreme Court has upheld the ability to perform a search incident to a citizen’s arrest in the case of State v. Lee. Read More |
| 05 18, 2017 | Law Enforcement Introduces Anonymous Texting Program to Combat Illegal Drug Use Attorney General Marty Jackley, Sanford Health, South Dakota Sheriff’s Association, South Dakota Police Chiefs’ Association and the South Dakota Department of Public Safety announce the rollout of Project Stand Up- a statewide anonymous texting program that allows citizens to standup to drug crimes in their communities. Read More |
| 05 17, 2017 | Lyman County Man Indicted on Murder ChargeAttorney General Marty Jackley and Lyman County States Attorney Steve Smith announce that Gerald Raymond Brink, 36, Vivian, was indicted today by a Lyman County grand jury.
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| 05 15, 2017 | Community Partners Wanted for Aging Gracefully Expo this FallAttorney General Marty Jackley is pleased to announce a collaboration of the Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division and the South Dakota State University Extension Office to expand the Aging Gracefully Program (AGE) statewide. Read More |
| 05 15, 2017 | Law Enforcement Memorial Service ScheduledAttorney General Marty Jackley would like to ask South Dakotans to take a moment to reflect on the contributions that police officers make to our communities and to honor those officers who have been lost in the line of duty. Read More |
| 05 10, 2017 | Attorneys General Call for Federal Policy Change to Expand Authority to Address More Resident Abuse CasesAttorney General Marty Jackley has joined 38 Attorneys General in signing onto a National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG) letter urging the U.S. government to change its policy so that state attorneys general could use federal funds to investigate and prosecute a wider range of Medicaid abuse and neglect cases, including those that happen at home. Read More |
| 05 08, 2017 | Lyman County Man Arrested on First Degree Murder ChargePIERRE, S.D.- Attorney General Marty Jackley and Lyman County States Attorney Steve Smith confirm that Gerald Raymond Brink, 36, Vivian, was arrested Saturday, May 6, 2017, on one count of first degree murder. The penalty for first degree murder, class A felony, is a mandatory life sentence in the state penitentiary or death. Read More |
| 05 06, 2017 | Aurora County Man Found Guilty in Sex Abuse CaseAttorney General Marty Jackley and Aurora County States Attorney John Steele announced that an Aurora County jury has returned a verdict finding Christian Thomas, 43, Plankinton, guilty of twenty-six counts. Read More |
| 05 04, 2017 | Minnehaha County States Attorney Aaron McGowan Honored and States Attorney Officers Elected The South Dakota State’s Attorneys Association honors Minnehaha County States Attorney Aaron McGowan as Prosecutor of the Year. Read More |
| 05 03, 2017 | Update to Lake County Law Enforcement StandoffPIERRE, S.D – Attorney General Marty Jackley, McCook County Sheriff Mark Norris and Lake County Sheriff Tim Walburg confirm that the investigation into the Lake County law enforcement standoff will continue and potential criminal charges are under review. The subject, who was identified as Matthew James Rumbolz, 37, Montrose, did not sustain any injuries. Read More |
| 05 02, 2017 | Lake County Standoff ContinuesAttorney General Marty Jackley, McCook County Sheriff Mark Norris and Lake County Sheriff Tim Walburg confirm that several law enforcement agencies continue to negotiate with an armed subject in rural Lake County. Read More |
| 04 28, 2017 | Attorney General's Office to Review Officer Involved Shooting in Rapid CityPIERRE, S.D – Attorney General Marty Jackley confirms that the Division of Criminal Investigation, at the request of the South Dakota Highway Patrol is investigating the officer involved shooting that occurred Thursday, April 27, 2017, at approximately 5:09 p.m (MST). The incident occurred at 1751 Harmony Heights Lane in Rapid City. Read More |
| 04 28, 2017 | Sioux Falls Man Violates Bond Conditions in Terrorist Threat CasePIERRE, S.D.– Attorney General Marty Jackley and Lincoln County State’s Attorney Tom Wollman confirm today that Ehab Abdulmutta Jaber, 45, Sioux Falls, who was arrested on April 21, 2017 on one count of terrorist threat and possession of methamphetamine, is back in custody. Read More |
| 04 25, 2017 | South Dakota Child Identification Program Event in Rapid CityAttorney General Marty Jackley and the South Dakota Masons want to remind parents and guardians of the upcoming South Dakota Child Identification Program (SDCHIP) event Read More |
| 04 25, 2017 | Davison County Man Arrested on Possession and Possession with Intent to DistributeAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today that the Mitchell Police Department and the Division of Criminal Investigation have arrested Jacob Davin Hubbs, 20, Mitchell, as a result of a search warrant served in Mitchell on Monday, April 24, 2017. Over 1,000 fentanyl pills and $11,000 were seized Read More |
| 04 21, 2017 | South Dakota Juvenile Sentencing in Jensen Case Upheld as ConstitutionalAttorney General Marty Jackley announces that the South Dakota Supreme Court has reiterated that South Dakota’s amended Juvenile Statutory Sentencing Scheme complies with U.S. Supreme Court Case Law and affirms Paul Dean Jensen’s sentence for the murder and kidnapping of Michael Hare. Read More |
| 04 21, 2017 | Attorney General Explanation Released for Initiated Measure Regarding Same-Sex School Facilities South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced today an Attorney General Explanation for a proposed initiated measure has been filed with the Secretary of State. Read More |
| 04 21, 2017 | Sioux Falls Man Charged with Terrorism ThreatAttorney General Marty Jackley and Lincoln County State’s Attorney Tom Wollman confirm today that Ehab Abdulmutta Jaber, 45, Sioux Falls, has been arrested by the Sioux Falls Police Department and charged with one count of terrorist threat, class 5 felony, punishable by up to 5 years in the state penitentiary and/or $10,000. During a search of Jaber’s residence law enforcement seized firearms as well as methamphetamine. Read More |
| 04 11, 2017 | South Dakota Child Identification Program Event in DeadwoodAttorney General Marty Jackley and the South Dakota Masons want to remind parents and guardians of the upcoming South Dakota Child Identification Program (SDCHIP) event: Read More |
| 04 07, 2017 | SAVIN System Highlights Crime Victims’ Rights WeekAs part of the National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, Attorney General Marty Jackley would like to recognize the progress in the Statewide Automated Victim Information and Notification System (SAVIN). Read More |
| 04 06, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Joins Challenge of Affordable Care Act’s Tax on South Dakota’s Insurance Health Plan Attorney General Marty Jackley has joined a challenge filed in the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit by 16 Attorneys General. Read More |
| 04 06, 2017 | South Dakota Child Identification Program Event in BuffaloAttorney General Marty Jackley and the South Dakota Masons want to remind parents and guardians of the upcoming South Dakota Child Identification Program (SDCHIP) event: Read More |
| 04 05, 2017 | Davison County Man Sentenced for Possession of Controlled Substance with Intent to Distribute in a Drug Free ZoneAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today that Jordan Lee Muntefering, 27, Mitchell, was sentencing to 20 years with 5 suspended on two counts of possession of a controlled substance with intent to distribute in a drug free zone, methamphetamine. Read More |
| 04 03, 2017 | South Dakota Attorney General’s Office Celebrates Crime Victims’ Rights WeekAttorney General Marty Jackley would like to remind South Dakotans that this week is National Crime Victims’ Rights Week. Read More |
| 03 31, 2017 | South Dakota Juvenile Sentencing in Charles Case Upheld as ConstitutionalPIERRE S.D. – Attorney General Marty Jackley announces that the South Dakota Supreme Court has held that South Dakota’s amended Juvenile Statutory Sentencing Scheme complies with U.S. Supreme Court Case Law and affirms Daniel Charles’ sentence for his role in the murder of Duane Ingalls. Read More |
| 03 28, 2017 | AG Ballot Explanations Released for Two Initiated Measures on Legalizing MarijuanaPIERRE, S.D. - South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced today that Attorney General Explanations for two proposed initiated measures have been filed with the Secretary of State. Read More |
| 03 28, 2017 | Brule County Man Sentenced in Kimball Armed Standoff PIERRE, S.D. – Attorney General Marty Jackley and Brule County States Attorney David Natvig announced today that Donald Gerald London, 44, Kimball, was sentenced to 75 years with 45 suspended in the state penitentiary on three counts of felony aggravated assault on law enforcement officer. Read More |
| 03 28, 2017 | Sanborn County Man Sentenced in Manslaughter CasePIERRE, S.D. – Attorney General Marty Jackley and Sanborn County States Attorney Jeffrey Larson announced today that Matthew Walter Novak, 33, Woonsocket, was sentenced to 40 years in the state penitentiary for the death of Jennifer Ann Gibson Read More |
| 03 27, 2017 | AG Jackley Joins State Attorneys General and Mississippi Governor in Support of Temporary Immigration PolicyPIERRE, S.D. – Attorney General Marty Jackley has joined 12 State Attorneys General and Governor Phil Bryant of Mississippi in a lawsuit supporting the President’s power to temporarily suspend entry into the United States of two limited classes of identified aliens.
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| 03 27, 2017 | AG Jackley Joins State Attorneys General and Mississippi Governor in Support of Temporary Immigration PolicyPIERRE, S.D. – Attorney General Marty Jackley has joined 12 State Attorneys General and Governor Phil Bryant of Mississippi in a lawsuit supporting the President’s power to temporarily suspend entry into the United States of two limited classes of identified aliens.
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| 03 24, 2017 | Platte Man Sentenced in Grand Theft by Law Enforcement CasePIERRE, S.D. – Attorney General Marty Jackley and Brule County States Attorney David Natvig announced today that Brian William Biehl, 48, Platte, was sentenced to 5 years in the state penitentiary and a $10,000 fine. Read More |
| 03 24, 2017 | Bon Homme County Man Convicted by Jury for Rape and Sexual Contact with a Minor PIERRE, S.D. – Attorney General Marty Jackley and Bon Homme County States Attorney Lisa Rothschadl announced today that a Bon Homme County jury returned a verdict finding Paul Michael Brewer, 41, Tabor, guilty of 3 counts of rape in the first degree, class C felony, punishable by up to life imprisonment and/or $50,000 fine and 2 counts sexual contact with a child under the age of 16, class 3 felony, punishable by up to 15 years imprisonment and/or a $30,000 fine. Read More |
| 03 23, 2017 | State Penitentiary Inmate Sentenced for Assault on Correctional Officer PIERRE, S.D. – Attorney General Marty Jackley announced today that State Penitentiary inmate Aaryn Anthony Arango, 28, pled guilty to assault by inmate, intentionally causing contact with bodily fluids or human waste, SDCL 22-18-26, a Class 6 felony, from an incident occurring last July in the Penitentiary. Read More |
| 03 20, 2017 | Crime in South Dakota 2016 Publication ReleasedLocal, county, state and federal law enforcement agencies have continued to cooperate and strengthen efforts to fight crime in South Dakota. Read More |
| 03 17, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Joins Amicus in Support of Ban on Dismemberment AbortionAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today that South Dakota has joined 22 State Attorneys General in an amicus or “friend of the court” brief filed in the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals. Read More |
| 03 15, 2017 | Meade County Man Sentenced in Manslaughter Case – Attorney General Marty Jackley and Meade County States Attorney Kevin Krull announced today that Berton Toavs, 33, Faith, was sentenced to 110 years for the first degree manslaughter of Eliza Edgins and 100 years for the first degree manslaughter of Nathan Gann. Toavs pled guilty to the both counts of first degree manslaughter on December 21, 2016. Read More |
| 03 14, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Joins Challenge to Support Validity of Plea Resulting in Deportation of Noncitizen Attorney General Marty Jackley has joined an amicus brief filed in the United States Supreme Court by 20 Attorneys General in support of the United States in Lee v. United States. Read More |
| 03 14, 2017 | Gregory County Man Sentenced for Sexual Contact and Distribution of Controlled Substance to a MinorAttorney General Marty Jackley and Gregory County States Attorney Amy Bartling announced that Donald Kevin Story, 52, Dallas, was sentenced yesterday by Sixth Circuit Court Judge Brown to 25 years in the State Penitentiary. Read More |
| 03 14, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Praises 2017 Legislature for Enhancing Public SafetyAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today that Governor Dennis Daugaard has signed Attorney General sponsored legislation into law. All are listed below. Read More |
| 03 13, 2017 | AG Jackley Joins Challenge to the Consumer Finance Protection Bureau’s StructureAttorney General Marty Jackley has joined an amicus brief filed in the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia by 15 Attorneys General. The brief challenges the constitutionality of a restriction on the President’s power to remove the director of the Consumer Finance Protection Bureau (CFPB). Read More |
| 03 10, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Releases Top 10 Consumer Fraud Complaints as Part of National Consumer Protection WeekAttorney General Marty Jackley has released the top 10 consumer complaints reported to his office in fiscal year 2016. Read More |
| 03 09, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Commends U.S. Attorney General Sessions’ Renewed Commitment to Combat Violent CrimeAttorney General Marty Jackley commends U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions’ commitment to targeting violent crime nationwide. Read More |
| 03 08, 2017 | Criminal Prohibition of Direct Conflicts of Interest by Public Officials Passes Full House Attorney General Marty Jackley announced today that SB 27, the Attorney General sponsored bill to Prohibit Certain Direct Conflicts of Interest By Public Officials has passed the full House. Read More |
| 03 03, 2017 | Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division to Participate in National Consumer Protection WeekAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today that National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW) kicks off next week and the Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division will join with federal, state and local government agencies and national organization to celebrate this 19th annual event. Read More |
| 03 01, 2017 | AG Jackley Meets with EPA Secretary Pruitt and Applauds President’s Position on WOTUS Attorney General Marty Jackley confirms that President Trump signed an executive order directing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Army Corps Engineers (Corps) to review their rule defining “Waters of the United States” (WOTUS Rule) under the Clean Water Act. Read More |
| 03 01, 2017 | AG Jackley Meets with the President, Vice President and U.S. Attorney General to Coordinate Fighting CrimeYesterday Attorney General Marty Jackley met with President Trump, Vice President Pence and U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions to discuss strengthening public safety, including addressing violent crime, human trafficking, and controlled substances from our southern borders. Read More |
| 02 28, 2017 | South Dakota Attorney General Jackley Meets With U.S. Attorney General Sessions on Public SafetyAttorney General Marty Jackley and other leaders of the National Attorneys General met with the new U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions about strengthening public safety, including addressing violent crime, human trafficking, and controlled substances from our southern borders. Read More |
| 02 28, 2017 | Yankton Woman Pleads to Embezzlement of Property Received in TrustAttorney General Marty Jackley announced that Cora Sharon Van Olson, 50, Yankton, pled guilty to one count of embezzlement of property received in trust. Read More |
| 02 27, 2017 | South Dakota AG Jackley and Virginia AG Herring to Launch National Campaign for Child RescueA group of top U.S. law enforcement leaders is launching an ambitious new campaign to locate and rescue children from sexual exploitation and trafficking. Read More |
| 02 27, 2017 | AG Issues Official Opinion Relating to “Vote Trading” and “Vehicle Bills”Attorney General Marty Jackley has issued an Official Opinion on whether “vote trading” and “vehicle bills” are prohibited.
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| 02 24, 2017 | Law Enforcement Continues to Seek Information in Inmate DeathLaw Enforcement continues to follow-up on new leads in the Moses Dubray homicide investigation, but requests the public to come forward with any additional information. Read More |
| 02 24, 2017 | South Dakota’s Gold Card Concealed Permit Gains Federal Approval for Firearms PurchasesAttorney General Marty Jackley, Secretary of State Shantel Krebs and the South Dakota Sheriff’s Association confirm the Federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) has determined that South Dakota’s Gold Card Concealed Pistol Permit and Enhanced Permit to Carry a Concealed Pistol qualify as alternatives to the background check requirement for firearm purchases. Read More |
| 02 24, 2017 | Law Enforcement Continues to Seek Information in Inmate DeathLaw Enforcement continues to follow-up on new leads in the Moses Dubray homicide investigation, but requests the public to come forward with any additional information. Read More |
| 02 23, 2017 | AG Jackley Applauds Federal Withdrawal of Bathroom and Locker Room MandateAttorney General Marty Jackley confirms that the U.S. Department of Education and the U.S. Department of Justice have withdrawn their directive to school districts that threatened both civil rights litigation and the withholding of educational funds to the States. Read More |
| 02 21, 2017 | Brookings County Man Indicted for Aggravated Battery of an Infant Attorney General Marty Jackley and Brookings County States Attorney Abigail Howard announced today that Allen T. Smith, 21, Brookings has been indicted on one count of aggravated battery of an infant, class 2 felony, punishable by up to 25 years in the state penitentiary and/or $50,000 fine and one count of abuse or cruelty to a minor, class 3 felony, punishable by up to 15 years in the state penitentiary and/or $30,000 fine. Read More |
| 02 16, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Joins Amicus to Protect Second Amendment RightsAttorney General Marty Jackley has joined an amicus brief filed in the United States Supreme Court by 25 Attorneys General seeking to protect Second Amendment rights. Read More |
| 02 13, 2017 | South Dakota Child Identification Program Event in EdgemontAttorney General Marty Jackley and the South Dakota Masons want to remind parents and guardians of the upcoming South Dakota Child Identification Program (SDCHIP) event: Read More |
| 02 09, 2017 | AG Issues Second Official Opinion Relating to Marsy's LawAttorney General Marty Jackley has issued a second Official Opinion on the implementation of Marsy’s Law as it relates to civil proceedings, ordinance violations, traffic offenses, and Sexual Assault Response Team meetings. Read More |
| 02 09, 2017 | AG Website to Include Drug Forfeiture GrantsAttorney General Marty Jackley is expanding his website to include details on the Drug Asset Civil Forfeiture Program. Read More |
| 02 09, 2017 | Gregory Man Pleads to Burglary ChargeAttorney General Marty Jackley and Gregory County States Attorney Amy Bartling announce that Jerry Roach, 57, pled guilty to his 6th felony yesterday in Sixth Circuit Court. He pled to 3rd degree burglary, class 4 felony, punishable by up to 10 years imprisonment and/ or $20,000 fine. Read More |
| 02 09, 2017 | Inmate Pleads Guilty to Aggravated AssaultAttorney General Marty Jackley announced that State Penitentiary inmate Curtis Timothy Wilson, 26, pled guilty today to one count of aggravated assault, class 3 felony, punishable by up to 15 years in the state penitentiary and/or $30,000 fine. Read More |
| 02 08, 2017 | Law Enforcement Seeks Information on Missing Man Roberts County Sheriff’s Office, Sisseton Wahpeton Oyate Tribal Police Department and the South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation are seeking information regarding the disappearance of Markus David Evans, 50, Waubay. Read More |
| 02 07, 2017 | South Dakota Child Identification Program Event in Rapid CityAttorney General Marty Jackley and the South Dakota Masons want to remind parents and guardians of the upcoming South Dakota Child Identification Program (SDCHIP) event: Read More |
| 02 06, 2017 | AG Jackley Announces Statewide Winner of Anti-Meth Campaign ContestAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today that Haley Westphal is the first statewide winner of the “NO.METH.EVER.” campaign contest. Read More |
| 02 06, 2017 | Platte Man Pleads to Grand Theft by Law EnforcementAttorney General Marty Jackley and Brule County States Attorney David Natvig confirm that Brian William Biehl, 48, Platte, has pled guilty to one count of grand theft by law enforcement of seized property, class 4 felony, punishable by up to 10 years in the state penitentiary and/or $20,000 fine. Read More |
| 02 02, 2017 | State Senate Passes Attorney General Sponsored SB 27 to Address Criminal Self-Dealings and Conflicts of InterestUnder current South Dakota law, it is only a misdemeanor to engage in self dealings of taxpayer money for personal benefit or gain. See SDCL 5-18A-17.4. Read More |
| 02 01, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley’s Statement on Nomination of Neil Gorsuch to the United States Supreme CourtAttorney General Jackley issued this statement on President Trump’s nomination of Neil Gorsuch to the Supreme Court of the United States. Read More |
| 02 01, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Announces Settlement with Western UnionAttorney General Marty Jackley today announced a settlement with the Western Union Company, resolving a multistate investigation which focused on complaints of consumers who used Western Union’s wire transfer service to send money to third parties involved in schemes to defraud consumers. Read More |
| 02 01, 2017 | Bollen Pleads Guilty to Unauthorized Disposal of Personal Property Subject to Security InterestAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today that Joop Bollen, 53, Aberdeen has pled guilty to one count of unauthorized disposal of personal property subject to security interest, class 6 felony, punishable by up to 2 years imprisonment in the state penitentiary and/or $4,000 fine. Read More |
| 02 01, 2017 | Brule County Man Enters Guilty Plea in Kimball Armed Standoff CaseAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today that Donald Gerald London, 36, Kimball has pled guilty but mentally ill. Read More |
| 02 01, 2017 | Circuit Court Signs Order to Unseal Briefing in Berget CaseAttorney General Marty Jackley confirms that Circuit Court Judge Hoffman has signed an order allowing the briefs in Rodney Berget v. Darin Young to be unsealed. Read More |
| 01 30, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Update on Medical Marijuana IssueOn August 19, 2016, Attorney General Marty Jackley provided correspondence to the FDA and DEA urging both to assist in the determination of whether marijuana presents medical opportunities and further setting forth considerations for public health and safety. Read More |
| 01 30, 2017 | State Penitentiary Inmate Convicted and Sentenced for Having a WeaponAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today that a State Penitentiary inmate Dustin Vincent Piatt, 35, pled guilty today to Possession of a Weapon by an Inmate, SDCL 24 2 14(3), a Class 2 felony, from an incident occurring last May in the Penitentiary. Read More |
| 01 26, 2017 | Results of Attorney General’s 6th Annual Legislative Shooting Contest“South Dakota enjoys, respects, and protects the fundamental right of the state and our law abiding citizens to bear arms." Read More |
| 01 20, 2017 | Grandparent Scam Continues to Target South Dakota SeniorsAttorney General Marty Jackley is again warning South Dakota seniors that the grandparent scam has resurfaced targeting all parts of the state. Read More |
| 01 17, 2017 | South Dakota Child Identification Program Event in Rapid CityAttorney General Marty Jackley and the South Dakota Masons want to remind parents and guardians of the upcoming South Dakota Child Identification Program (SDCHIP) event: Read More |
| 01 13, 2017 | Bill to Allow the Release of Certain Booking Photographs Passes Full SenateAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today that SB 25, a bill providing the release of certain booking photographs has passed the full Senate in a vote of . The Senate Judiciary Committee passed the bill on Thursday, January 12. Read More |
| 01 13, 2017 | Preliminary Autopsy Results Released in Inmate DeathAttorney General Marty Jackley announced today that preliminary autopsy results have been released for inmate Moses Dubray and indicate that cause of death was homicide. Read More |
| 01 12, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Warns Against Travel Scams and Timeshare ResellersIt is that time of year again when people are planning winter trips to warmer regions and may be faced with advertisements to buy a timeshare or travel package. Attorney General Jackley would like to offer some advice on how to better protect you when contemplating these types of purchases. Read More |
| 01 12, 2017 | Gregory County Man Pleads to Sexual Contact with a Minor and Distribution of Controlled Substance to a MinorAttorney General Marty Jackley and Gregory County States Attorney Amy Bartling announced today that Donald Kelvin Story, 51, Dallas, pled guilty to one count of distribution of a controlled substance to a minor, methamphetamine, class 2 felony, punishable by to 25 years in the state penitentiary and/or $50,000 fine and one count of sexual contact with a child under the age of 16, class 3 felony, punishable by up to 15 years in the state penitentiary and/or $30,000 fine. Read More |
| 01 11, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Appoints Standing Rock Officer to Law Enforcement Standards and Training Commission Attorney General Marty Jackley announced today the appointment of David Lawrence, Chief of Police with the Standing Rock Agency to the Law Enforcement Officers Standards and Training Commission. Read More |
| 01 11, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley Reminds Provigil Users to File Claim Before April DeadlineAttorney General Marty Jackley is reminding consumers who feel they may be entitled to a recovery under the Provigil settlement to file their claim before the April 13, 2017 deadline. Read More |
| 01 11, 2017 | Escaped Inmate Found Deceased in Fall River CountyAttorney General Marty Jackley confirms that Moses Dubray, 32, inmate at the Rapid City Community Work Center was found deceased along SD Hwy 89 earlier today. Read More |
| 01 10, 2017 | Backpage.com Suspends Controversial Sexual Advertising in Human Trafficking FightSouth Dakota Attorney General Marty J. Jackley confirms that Backpage.com has suspended its sexual advertising in relation to the ongoing human trafficking fight. Read More |
| 01 09, 2017 | State Forensic Lab Completes Project for Testing all Rape KitsAttorney General Marty Jackley confirms that South Dakota Forensic Lab (SDFL) has completed the testing of all rape kits from law enforcement agencies in South Dakota. Untested rape kits have become and continue to be a national concern. Read More |
| 01 06, 2017 | Attorney General’s Office Releases Officer Involved Shooting SummaryAttorney General Marty Jackley and the Division of Criminal Investigation today released the summary into the shooting of Tara Hartse, on December 7, 2016, in Lake Norden, South Dakota. Read More |
| 01 06, 2017 | COURT ORDERS BERGET’S COUNSEL TO SUBMIT COMPETENCY REPORT Attorney General Marty Jackley announced today that Circuit Court Judge Hoffman has ordered Berget’s counsel to submit a report addressing whether Berget is mentally disabled before further ruling on State’s Motion to Dismiss. Read More |
| 01 04, 2017 | Attorney General Jackley’s 2017 Legislative PackageAttorney General Marty Jackley announces that the Attorney General’s proposed legislative package for 2017 will include a request that our Legislature consider and enact the following: Read More |
| 01 03, 2017 | Sanborn County Man Pleads to First Degree ManslaughterAttorney General Marty Jackley and Sanborn County States Attorney Jeffrey Larson announced today that Matthew Walter Novak, 33, Woonsocket, pled guilty to manslaughter in the first degree. Read More |
