Arkansas Attorney General

Today, on National Vietnam War Veterans Day, I invite you to take a moment to reflect on the courage and sacrifice of the men and women who served during one of our nation’s most challenging times. Let us never forget their service, resilience, and patriotism. #arnews

Today I announced that my Special Investigations Division obtained an arrest warrant for Douglas Eugene Callaway, 58, of Little Rock on two felony counts of pandering or possession of visual or print medium depicting sexually explicit conduct involving a child. Special agents from my office obtained an arrest warrant for Callaway after a sex offender compliance check, and he was then taken into custody by the Arkansas Department of Corrections. I am grateful to the ADC for contacting my office after they discovered that Callaway, a level 2 sex offender, owned an additional phone. Fighting the exploitation of our most vulnerable remains a priority for my office, and we will continue to work to bring these perpetrators to justice. #arnews https://lnkd.in/gS-e6eVE

Arkansas has been part of an 18-state coalition investigating Wells Fargo for improper net-zero emissions policies. Our coalition has ended our investigation based on assurances from the company that they are ending their commitments to ESG (environmental, social, governance) policies. If Wells Fargo reverses course, we will not hesitate to reopen our investigation and take action to protect consumers. #arnews https://lnkd.in/gtgXAT9j

Today, alongside U.S. Senator Tom Cotton and U.S. Representative David Kustoff, I announced my support for the Cell Phone Jamming Reform Act. Contraband cellphones are widely used in federal and state prisons, enabling inmates to engage in illegal activities such as ordering hits, running drug operations, facilitating sex trafficking, and organizing escapes. We’ve seen violent criminals use contraband cell phones to facilitate crimes right here in Arkansas. The FCC has failed to grant states the authority to jam these devices. The Cellphone Jamming Reform Act seeks to address this issue by explicitly allowing states to implement jamming systems inside correctional facilities. This legislation will help us in the fight against crime within prisons and will protect our state’s correctional employees, other inmates, and members of the public. Here’s the bottom line: We know what the problem is. We know how to fix it. It’s about time we get this done. #arnews https://lnkd.in/gZAgkHyq

Cellphone Jamming Reform Act Attorney General Tim Griffin speaks in support of Cellphone Jamming Reform Act

Cellphone Jamming Reform Act Attorney General Tim Griffin speaks in support of Cellphone Jamming Reform Act

Valerie K. Gibbs has been missing since December of 2005. She was last seen in Warren, Arkansas. If you have any information about her, please contact the Warren Police Department at (870) 226-3703. #missingpersonmonday

Following an investigation by my office’s Medicaid Fraud Control Unit, Robert Johnson, 58, and Tina Cates Johnson, 56, of Mayflower were arrested by the Faulkner County Sheriff's Office on felony charges related to their exploitation of an elderly victim. Tina Johnson took control of an elderly acquaintance’s finances last year under the auspices of helping the acquaintance move into an assisted living facility. But both Robert and Tina then used the victim’s money for various purchases, including a brand-new car and a brand-new RV. It is heartbreaking that this couple would prey on an elderly person in need for the couple’s own selfish gain. I am grateful to Special Agent Laura Glover in my office for her tireless work on this case, and I appreciate the invaluable assistance of the Arkansas Department of Veterans Affairs’ Office of Inspector General and the Faulkner County Sheriff’s Office. tinyurl.com/yck5jmbn #arnews

Today, I joined 51 other attorneys general in filing an amicus brief before the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims in support of two military veterans and their families who were unlawfully denied their full G.I. Bill education benefits by the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs (VA). Despite a Supreme Court ruling in Rudisill v. McDonough confirming that eligible veterans can receive 48 months of education benefits, the VA continues to limit access to benefits. This unjust interpretation deprives our veterans of the opportunities they have earned. I stand with veterans, who deserve the full benefits promised to them. #arnews https://lnkd.in/gzdwxJH6

It was an honor to meet DJ Daniel yesterday! At just 13 years old, he’s already making history. Recently named an honorary U.S. Secret Service agent by President Trump, DJ traveled to Arkansas, where he was recognized as an honorary Chief of the Arkansas State Capitol Police and sworn in as an honorary Arkansas State Police Colonel by Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders. I had the pleasure of meeting him and experiencing his warmth, kindness, and passion. His dream is to pursue a career in law enforcement, and he would be a great officer! Arkansas welcomes you, DJ. I hope you enjoyed your time here! #arnews Cole Jester