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On an average day in America, over one hundred people are shot and killed. We owe it to the victims and their families to do better. We owe it to them to make our communities safer.
At the California Department of Justice, we’re all-in when it comes to ending gun violence. We’re taking action by seizing illegally-held guns from the hands of dangerous individuals, defending our life-saving gun laws, suing ghost gun manufacturers, and more. You can count on us to keep working to protect California — each and every day.
Rob
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Working with Partners to Shut Down Human Trafficking Rings
 My office works collaboratively with law enforcement partners throughout the state to combat human trafficking, hold criminals accountable, and end the exploitation of vulnerable Californians. This week we announced that our collaborative work resulted in the sentencing of five leaders of an organized crime trafficking ring that operated across California between 2015 and 2019. We successfully prosecuted these individuals for crimes that included sex trafficking, labor trafficking, income tax evasion, money laundering, and conspiracy.
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Prevailing in our Lawsuit Against a Predatory, For-Profit College
 This week we prevailed in our lawsuit against the online, for-profit Ashford University. The San Diego Superior Court found that the school violated the law by making false promises to students about the value of an Ashford degree, leaving students with mounting debt, broken promises, and searching for a job. As part of the decision, the court ordered Ashford and its parent company to pay more than $22 million in penalties. While we can't turn back the clock for these students, this decision should send a strong message: If you engage in deceptive practices in order to pad your bottom line, my office will hold you accountable.
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VIDEO OF THE WEEK
I want to thank a group of women who tirelessly fight for justice each and every day: our CADOJ employees. Learn what Women’s History Month means to them.
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FLASH BRIEFING
AG Bonta: Biden Administration Restores California's Waiver for Clean Car Standards in a Victory for All
AG Bonta Files Amicus Brief in Support of Workers' Rights Under Private Attorneys General Act
AG Bonta Shares Resources for Homeowners Facing Hardship and Provides Tips to Avoid Foreclosure Scams
AG Bonta, CDPR, and San Joaquin DA Verber Salazar Secure Court Decision Against Alpine Helicopter for Illegal Pesticide Drift
AG Bonta Issues Statement Following Restorative Justice Hearings Attended by Sackler Family
AG Bonta Reminds Public Servants to Take Advantage of Recent Changes to Public Service Loan Forgiveness
AG Bonta, Governor Newsom, and CARB Lead Coalition in Defense of Federal GHG Standards for Light-Duty Vehicles
AG Bonta Announces $120K in Grants for Childhood Nutrition Research and Education in Disadvantaged California Communities
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TWEET OF THE WEEK
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REPORT SCAMS AND VIOLATIONS OF THE LAW
In California, we have strong consumer protection laws, but unfortunately, there are still some who seek to take advantage. Our team is working around the clock to protect consumers and hold bad actors accountable, but we need your help. If you have been taken advantage of by a predatory lender, are facing abusive debt collection practices, have been unlawfully evicted, or have information on other violation of the law, please submit a complaint to my office.
 You play a critical role in CADOJ's consumer protection efforts by providing us with important information about potential misconduct to help determine whether to investigate a company or individual.
Enforcement priorities include housing, debt collection, data privacy, higher education, and consumer lending.
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JOIN THE CADOJ TEAM
 Click the links below or the "Learn More" button to find additional job opportunities at the California Department of Justice.
Deputy Director, Sexual Assault Evidence Outreach Program
The Deputy Director serves as the Department of Justice’s primary liaison to help provide resolution for victims by addressing untested sexual assault evidence in the custody of local law enforcement agencies and other involved entities.This position is highly visible and the responsibilities have a significant role in the Attorney General's mission to serve the people of California. Apply now!
Join the Attorney General's Communications Team as a Press Secretary (Information Officer I)
The Press Secretary serves as a spokesperson for Attorney General Bonta and the California DOJ by communicating important public information through various media forums. This position will consult with and advise executive staff on public relations strategy, work with news media, create and draft publications, and help spread the word about the dynamic and important work happening at DOJ. Apply now!
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