
June 11, 2026
Attorney General Jay Jones announced expanded measures against notario fraud targeting Spanish-speaking communities starting July 1. The new law increases penalties for offenders and grants additional investigative powers. Officials say these changes aim at better protecting vulnerable Virginians seeking immigration-related assistance.
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June 11, 2026
Attorney General Jay Jones has joined a multistate effort urging Formula 1 racing authorities to end all tobacco- and nicotine-related sponsorships due to concerns about youth exposure. A coalition letter highlights increased viewership among children alongside historic restrictions on such marketing practices.
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June 10, 2026
Attorney General Jay Jones has joined a multi-state coalition defending a court ruling against recent federal tariffs affecting Virginians. The group challenges both an appeal by former President Trump's administration and procedural aspects related to standing in future cases.
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June 5, 2026
Attorney General Jay Jones has joined other states' officials in opposing a federal bill they say would override Virginia's current consumer privacy protections. Jones argues that Virginians should maintain strong state-level control over how personal data is handled.
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June 5, 2026
Attorney General Jay Jones has joined other states in opposing a federal proposal they say would weaken protections for retirement investors by increasing exposure to risky assets. The coalition argues this change could harm both individuals' finances and state resources.
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June 2, 2026
Attorney General Jay Jones announced renewed support for LGBTQ+ Virginians at the start of PRIDE Month. He highlighted ongoing efforts by his office's Civil Rights division amid rising hate crime reports across Virginia.
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May 30, 2026
Attorney General Jay Jones announced opposition on May 30 against a federal children's online safety bill he says limits state authority while joining efforts against rolling back EPA emissions standards for toxic chemicals. Both actions are part of his broader initiatives supporting child protection and environmental health.
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May 28, 2026
Attorney General Jay Jones has joined a national coalition opposing proposed federal legislation aimed at children's internet safety. Jones argues that the Kids Internet and Digital Safety Act would undermine state protections for minors online.
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May 23, 2026
Attorney General Jay Jones detailed major efforts this week involving criminal justice breakthroughs, opposition against federal rollbacks on pollution controls, legal action over student loan rules impacting Virginians’ education opportunities—and commemorated historic civil rights milestones.
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May 22, 2026
Virginia Beach police have arrested Charles Berry for a murder committed nearly forty years ago following new forensic breakthroughs. Officials say persistent investigative work led to identifying Berry through DNA evidence collected at the scene. The arrest involved cooperation among multiple law enforcement agencies.
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