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Multiple Felony Charges Among 21 Indicted in Washington County Grand Jury This Week

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MARIETTA, Ohio — A significant legal proceeding unfolded in Washington County this week as 21 individuals were brought before the grand jury on a gamut of charges, sparking concerns about crime in the community. Among those indicted was 41-year-old James Wiley Miller, facing several felony charges, including safecracking and theft, that highlight the targeted crime against vulnerable populations. Miller, a resident of Parkersburg, stands accused of using a pry bar on September 17, 2022, to break into a secure container, attempting to steal silver certificates and coins from Robert L. Sidwell, pointing to a calculated … Read more

Former Trump Defense Attorney Joins Prestigious Washington Law Firm

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WASHINGTON — A former criminal defense lawyer who represented Donald Trump has taken a new position with a top law firm in Washington, D.C., marking a significant transition in his career. The lawyer, who previously played a pivotal role in legal matters concerning the former U.S. president, is slated to bring extensive experience in criminal law to his new firm, sources say. This move occurs as the legal landscape in Washington remains intensely scrutinized, particularly around figures connected to the previous administration. The lawyer’s switch to a firm that boasts a roster of high-profile clients … Read more

Judge Rejects TikTok’s Request to Dismiss Washington DC’s Lawsuit, Legal Battle Intensifies

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Washington, D.C. – A judge has rejected TikTok’s bid to have a lawsuit filed by the District of Columbia dismissed. The lawsuit accuses the popular social media platform of deceptive trade practices, specifically alleging that it wrongfully collected, used, and profited from the personal data of its users. The suit, initiated by D.C. Attorney General Karl Racine, argues that TikTok has violated consumer protection laws by tracking and collecting vast amounts of personal data without adequate notice or consent. According to Racine, such data collection practices could potentially expose users, particularly minors, to significant privacy … Read more

Washington County Grand Jury Issues Sweeping Indictments, Cutler Man Faces Multiple Charges After Traffic Incident

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Marietta, Ohio — A Washington County Grand Jury recently handed down indictments for 21 individuals on various charges ranging from drug trafficking to domestic violence. Among those indicted is a Cutler man, Mitchel Allen Tabler, 31, who faces multiple charges following a car accident at the beginning of the year. Tabler, of Robert Kelly Road, Cutler, was charged with six counts, including tampering with evidence, arson, obstructing official business, criminal damaging, failure to stop after an accident, and driving under OVI suspension. His involvement in a collision on State Route 7 and Joe Skinner Road … Read more