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Catalytic Converter Theft Oct 21, 2022

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A new crime is on the rise... Catalytic Converter Theft. Catalytic Converters are being stolen from underneath cars, costing affected Utahns thousands of dollars. Our Assistant Chief of Investigations discusses the issue and what you can do to protect your automobile.

Utah Treasurer Marlo Oaks on ESG Oct 05, 2022

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You may have read or heard strong opinions about ‘ESG’ in the news this year. What is it? And why is the State of Utah involved in a legal battle about it? As Utah’s official law firm, our attorneys are participating in Utah’s stand against Environmental Social Governance (ESG), based on its potential effect on taxpayers and the financial health of our state. In this episode, we ask State Treasurer Marlo Oaks about the fundamentals of ESG.

VirTra Law Enforcement Training Sep 28, 2022

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The shooting of a citizen by a police officer is rare, but when it happens it’s devastating to a community. In Utah, police integrity is taken very seriously, and so is training. The Attorney General’s office is doing its part, using VirTra, a law enforcement training tool that trains officers by simulating difficult, real-life situations in an immersive setting. Scott Carver, the AG’s Director of Training speaks about VirTra and its effectiveness in this edition of Legally Speaking.

Internet Crimes Against Children Aug 17, 2022

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The Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force (ICAC) investigates and prosecutes individuals who use the internet to exploit children. In this episode, Rich Piatt talks to ICAC Special Agent Sete Aulai about the signs that indicate a child or teen is being exploited, how parents can help prevent these situations, ICAC's new social media accounts, and what is causing the growing number of internet crimes against children.

Child Protection Jun 01, 2022

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Richard Piatt Speaks with Carol Verdoia from our Child Protection Division on the Uniform Unregulated Child Custody Transfer Act, a law that is designed to protect children.

About Sean Reyes Apr 21, 2022

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Meet Utah Attorney General Sean D. Reyes. In this episode, AG Reyes speaks with Richard Piatt about his upbringing and path to law school. You'll hear about the experiences that have shaped AG Reyes into who and where he is now.

Opiod Settlement Apr 19, 2022

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How did we arrive at the Opioid Settlements? The resolution of two lawsuits has enabled some good things in the opioid battle, but some are still unsatisfied. In this episode, Assistant Attorney General Kevin McLean addresses the work on the settlements and the state of the opioid epidemic.

Vaccine Mandates Apr 07, 2022

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Four separate lawsuits address aspects of the President’s vaccine mandates. Utah is fighting each of them in court. Solicitor General Melissa Holyoak speaks with Richard Piatt about the status of the Vaccine Mandate cases, and the state’s overall position on these mandates.

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