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It is no coincidence that California boasts some of the nation’s strongest worker protections and is the fifth largest economy in the world. In the Golden State, we know that you can protect workers and profits at the same time, and in fact, our economy benefits when we do.
Unfortunately there are still too many who are willing to skirt California’s labor laws to make an extra buck.
California DOJ won’t stand idly by as businesses, or the people who run them, steal from workers and defraud the state. This week we announced the filing of 31 criminal charges against US Framing West and two employees for grand theft, payroll tax evasion, wage theft, and filing false documents with the state. California workers will always have a partner and advocate in our office — you can count on it.
In solidarity,
Rob Bonta
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Announcing Criminal Charges for Tax Evasion, Wage Theft
 Between 2018 and 2022, US Framing West provided framing construction for multiple projects across California using crews of unlicensed subcontractors. While working these projects, US Framing West allegedly committed grand theft, payroll tax evasion, prevailing wage theft, and filed false documents with the State. I want to thank our union partners for alerting us to this case and for fighting every day to ensure good jobs, fair wages, and safe conditions for California workers. I also want to express my gratitude to the state agencies who assisted with our investigation.
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Preparing to Defend California's People, Progress, Values
 In preparation for new legal challenges arising from potential actions by the incoming Trump Administration, my office is working in conjunction with the Governor and the Legislature to ensure we have the resources we need to meet to the demands of the moment and robustly defend California’s people, progress, and values. The Special Session, called by Governor Newsom earlier this month, begins tomorrow.
During the first Trump Administration, California DOJ filed more than 120 lawsuits against the federal government to protect vital services and resources. Our lawsuit blocking the addition of a citizenship question to the 2020 census helped ensure that California continues receiving billions of dollars in federal funding annually to fund programs and services; and our lawsuit challenging the unlawful imposition of immigration conditions on federal grants for local and state law enforcement resulted in the federal government returning tens of millions of dollars to California — among countless other examples.
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Warning Consumers of Shopping Scams and Fraud
 As Cyber Monday and the holiday season quickly approach, Californians should stay alert and take action to protect themselves and their loved ones from purchases that can cause headaches and heartbreak. I urge shoppers to be on the lookout for common scams this holiday season and take action to shop safely. Learn more at the link below and in the Resource Center at the end of the newsletter.
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Make a Difference at California DOJ
 Apply today to help DOJ protect the health, well-being, and public safety of Californians. Check out our featured jobs below and visit oag.ca.gov/careers for a full listing of available positions:
Deputy Attorney General IV, Cybercrime Section
Deputy Attorney General III, Cannabis Control
Deputy Attorney General, Employment Law
Deputy Attorney General III, Health Quality Enforcement
Deputy Attorney General, Government Law
Oracle Database Administrator, CJIS
Fiscal Systems Unit Manager, Division of Operations
Deputy Director Equal Employment Rights & Resolution, Directorate
Crime Analyst I, Division of Law Enforcement
Investigative Auditor IV Specialist, DMFEA
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Post of the Week
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Video of the Week
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 As Staff Services Manager for the Office of Native American Affairs, Isaac breaks down barriers, builds trust, & supports California Native communities.
Learn about his indigenous roots, tribal history, & advice for the next generation in his #MeetYourDOJ. #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth
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Resource Corner
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