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I'm in my fifth term as Idaho's Attorney General. I'm committed to defending Idaho's Constitution, protecting consumers and prosecuting public corruption.

Boise, Idaho
ag.idaho.gov
Joined June 2014
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  1. Feb 20

    The Idaho Legislature is considering a bill that would make it easier for gas retailers to price gouge during emergencies. My office rarely weighs in on the merits of legislation, but SB 1041 deserves Idahoans' attention. My recent op-ed:

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  2. Feb 19

    Consumer Alert: Attorney General and Idaho Supreme Court Issue Consumer Warning over Misleading Advertisement

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  3. Feb 19

    News release: Caldwell Woman Sentenced for Provider Fraud

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  4. Feb 16

    Thanks to for helping Idahoans keep tabs on our state's gas prices. The Office of the Attorney General also issues a monthly gas price report, the latest of which is available here:

    Idaho drivers will probably not be too happy to see the state lead the country in one thing this past month: gas prices. (Photo by )
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  5. Feb 16

    It’s extremely rare that I speak publicly on the merits of a piece of legislation. But you deserve to know about this bill that would change Idaho's gas gouging law. My letter to Idahoans on Senate Bill 1041:

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    Feb 12

    In our newest Counsel for the State episode, we explore one of Idaho's most effective tools of open government: Idaho in Session. The joint project streams legislative and other proceedings so residents can see their government at work.

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  7. Feb 15

    Op-Ed: Proposed Changes to Gas Gouging Law Deserve Idahoans' Attention

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  8. Feb 12

    In our newest Counsel for the State episode, we explore one of Idaho's most effective tools of open government: Idaho in Session. The joint project streams legislative and other proceedings so residents can see their government at work.

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  9. Feb 11

    As always, consider having a conversation with friends and family members who might be more prone to falling for one of these or other scams. And please consider sharing this info. far and wide to help get the word out.

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  10. Feb 11

    Scammers often are located overseas. Accents, broken English or oddly-worded sentences are red flags, especially when they come from a phone number you don't recognize. The same goes for threats of arrests or something ominous to scare you into urgent action. All signs of a scam.

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  11. Feb 11

    Remember - if you don't recognize the number and it's not from a contact - letting the call go to voicemail is a good option. Many times scammers won't leave voicemails. When they do, they're usually very easy to spot.

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  12. Feb 11

    This one includes a 208 number and a caller with an accent. As with many scam calls, the goal is to frighten the recipient and get them to quickly share money or personal information.

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  13. Feb 11

    We've also seen more reports of the Federal Reserve scam. This one is newer but is a variation on the same theme. The caller - lying - says they are with the Federal Reserve. You're about to be arrested and need to hand over personal information to prevent the arrest.

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  14. Feb 11

    Staff in my office's Consumer Protection Division are reporting an uptick in Social Security scam calls this week. Here's a refresher on what that scam sounds like. Remember, when in doubt, hang up the phone ASAP.

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  15. Feb 10

    Idaho's Medal of Honor Commission will meet in one hour this morning (at 10:00 MST). The meeting notice and agenda - which includes a link to the YouTube livestream - are available here:

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    Feb 9

    On this Safer Internet Day 2021, our ICAC focus is on Sexting and Youth Access to Inappropriate Content. Here's a new guide for parents and young people to help keep kids safe.

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  17. Feb 9

    Reminder: Idaho's Medal of Honor Commission meets tomorrow at 10:00 AM MST. Here's the meeting notice and agenda:

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  18. Feb 9

    On this Safer Internet Day 2021, our ICAC focus is on Sexting and Youth Access to Inappropriate Content. Here's a new guide for parents and young people to help keep kids safe.

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    Feb 9

    Happy ! Together, we have the power to promote the positive changes we want to see in the digital environment and ultimately create a better internet for everyone. Learn more at

    Safer Internet Day: Together for a better internet!
    Safer Internet Day is an annual celebration, held each February, calling on everyone to join "Together for a better internet" through events and activities in over 150 countries worldwide.
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  20. Feb 8

    Ahead of tomorrow's Safer Internet Day, a reminder that our Idaho ICAC website is a resource for parents, educators and law enforcement year-round. Features include many safety guides, a searchable sex offender registry and FAQs.

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