Law enforcement

May 11, 2007 -- HARRISBURG – Pennsylvania Governor Rendell has ordered that all U.S. and Pennsylvania flags at state facilities throughout the commonwealth be flown at half-staff on Tuesday, May 15, in recognition of Peace Officers Memorial Day.

“On this day, we pay tribute to the local, state, and federal law enforcement officers who bravely serve the public and play an essential role in safeguarding the rights and freedoms of our citizens,” Governor Rendell said. “We honor them for their character, leadership and courage.”    » read more »

5.11.07 - Columbus, Ohio – Late Thursday May 11, 2007, the State of Ohio reached an agreement to the terms of a new labor contract with the Ohio State Troopers Association.

The union represents approximately 1800 troopers, sergeants, dispatchers, and communication technicians of the Ohio State Highway Patrol. The parties have been negotiating since December of 2006 and had engaged in intensive discussions following the state’s rejection of a fact finding report in April.    » read more »

May 8, 2007 -- Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Biden (D-DE), issued the following statement after six individuals were arrested for plotting to kill American military personnel at Fort Dix in New Jersey.

"The six individuals arrested today for plotting to kill American solders at Fort Dix demonstrates clearly that terrorism and violent crime pose real threats to us here at home.    » read more »

07 May 2007 -- Paris Hilton must serve 45 days in jail for violating her probation by driving without a valid license.

Handing down the decision May 4, Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Michael Sauer ruled the 26-year-old celebrity heiress must turn herself in by June 5.

A visibly shocked and tearful Hilton called the decision "cruel and unwarranted." She subsequently fired her spokesman, veteran publicist Elliot Mintz. At the hearing, Hilton unsuccessfully argued Mintz had told her she was permitted to drive for work-related reasons.    » read more »

May 7, 2007 -- HARRISBURG - Pennsylvania Attorney General Tom Corbett today joined police officers and dignitaries from across Pennsylvania in honoring officers who have been killed in the line of duty during the 14th annual police memorial service, presented by the Pennsylvania State Lodge of the Fraternal Order of Police.

This year's service paid special tribute to three Pennsylvania police officers killed in the line of duty during 2006: Reading City Officer Scott Wertz, Philadelphia Officer Gary Skerski and Upper Saucon Township Investigator David Petzold.    » read more »

May 7, 2007 -- Attorney General Paul Morrison announced today that Major Terry E. Davis of the Pittsburg Police Department was charged with two counts of Official Misconduct for using confidential information gained in the course of his office for his own gain or the gain of another. Each count is a Class A Person Misdemeanor.

The possible penalties on a Class A are up to a year in jail on each charge and a fine of up to $2,500 on each charge. If convicted of Official Misconduct, the officer or employee must forfeit their office or employment.    » read more »

Designates Medal of Valor Review Board Members

May 5, 2007 -- JEFFERSON CITY – Missouri Governor Matt Blunt today participated in a ceremony honoring Missouri’s fallen law enforcement officers and named members to a state panel that will honor the state’s valiant heroes.

“We cannot express enough gratitude to the families of the heroes who have lost their lives to serve our state and protect Missourians’ welfare,” Blunt said. “Our hearts and prayers go out to those who continue to risk their lives daily to protect Missourians.”    » read more »

Programs Have Prevented An Estimated 35,000 Criminal Incidents;Administration's Budget Slashes Federal Funding for School Safety and Eliminates COPS Program, after Rash of Shootings at VA Tech and Public Places across the Country; Senator Announces Plan to Require New Campus Safety Assessments, Restore Cuts, and Increase Direct Resources to Keep Upstate NY Schools and Streets Safe

May 2, 2007 -- In the wake of the tragic shootings at Virginia Tech and a recent rash of violence in public places, U.S. Senator Charles E.    » read more »

Inmate Population To Exceed Budgeted Capacity

May 3, 2007 -- Carson City – Today, Nevada Governor Jim Gibbons toured the Warm Springs Correctional Center (WSCC) with Department of Corrections Director Howard Skolnik to assess the impact of overcrowding at Nevada’s correctional facilities. The most recent expansion project at WSCC brought the budgeted capacity from 260 to 510 inmates. By the end of May 2007, WSCC is expected to fill 603 beds.    » read more »

May 2, 2007 -- SPRINGFIELD, IL - Thirty-four Illinois law enforcement officers were awarded the Law Enforcement Medal of Honor today during a ceremony at the Executive Mansion in Springfield. Three of the medals were awarded to the families of officers who lost their lives in the line of duty. The annual awards ceremony honors law enforcement officers who have distinguished themselves by exhibiting bravery at the risk of their own lives above and beyond the call of duty.    » read more »