State of New Jersey | Department of Law & Public Safety

Matthew J. Platkin, Attorney General

AG Platkin Announces Launch of Program to Assist Non-Violent Offenders Overcoming Substance Use Disorder in Paterson

Nov 9, 2023 | | | | | | Battling the Opioid Epidemic | Fighting the Opioid Crisis | NJ CARES | Press Release

Opt for Help and Hope is a prosecutor-led diversion program that offers people who commit low-level, non-violent crimes the opportunity to overcome substance use disorder. Paterson is the first of six New Jersey cities to launch this pilot program.

Five Indicted by State Grand Jury in Scheme to Burglarize Medical Offices, Steal Prescription Pads, Fraudulently Obtain Opioid Cough Syrup

Aug 16, 2023 | Battling the Opioid Epidemic | Fighting the Opioid Crisis | NJ CARES | Office of the Insurance Fraud Prosecutor | Press Release

For Immediate Release: Office of the Attorney General- Matthew J. Platkin, Attorney GeneralOffice of the Insurance Fraud Prosecutor- Al Garcia, Interim Insurance Fraud Prosecutor For Further Information: Media Inquiries-Dan ProchiloOAGpress@njoag.gov TRENTON — The...

AG Platkin: Nearly $1M of Drugs, Including Large Quantity of Suspected Fentanyl, Seized in Takedown of Alleged Drug Production and Distribution Facility in Paterson

Jul 26, 2023 | | | | Battling the Opioid Epidemic | Division of Criminal Justice | NJ CARES | Press Release

For Immediate Release: July 26, 2023 Office of the Attorney General- Matthew J. Platkin, Attorney GeneralDivision of Criminal Justice- Derek Nececkas, Acting Director For Further Information: Media Inquiries-Dan ProchiloOAGpress@njoag.gov PATERSON — Attorney General...

AG Platkin and the New Jersey State Police Announce $800,000 in Federal Grant Funding to Expand Operation Helping Hand to Aid Those Battling Substance Use Disorders

Jun 26, 2023 | | | | | Battling the Opioid Epidemic | Behavioral Health | Fighting the Opioid Crisis | New Jersey State Police | NJ CARES | Press Release

NJSP offers more opportunities to promote personal recovery and help heal families and communities touched by addiction For Immediate Release: June 26, 2023 Office of the Attorney General- Matthew J. Platkin, Attorney GeneralNew Jersey State Police- Colonel Patrick...

Investigations Targeting Criminal Activity in Paterson Lead to 3 Arrests, Seizure of Illegal Guns, Kilos of Heroin, Cocaine, and Crystal Meth

May 8, 2023 | | | | | | | | | | | | | Battling the Opioid Epidemic | Division of Criminal Justice | Fighting the Opioid Crisis | New Jersey State Police | NJ CARES | Press Release

For Immediate Release: May 8, 2023 Office of The Attorney General- Matthew J. Platkin, Attorney GeneralNew Jersey State Police- Colonel Patrick J. Callahan, SuperintendentDivision of Criminal Justice- Pearl Minato, DirectorPaterson Police Department- Frederick Fife,...

Governor Murphy and AG Platkin Announces 100% Participation by NJ Counties and Municipalities in $20.1 Billion Nationwide Opioid Settlements with CVS, Walgreens, Walmart Pharmacies, and Two Drug Makers Teva and Allergan

May 3, 2023 | | | | | | | | | Battling the Opioid Epidemic | Division of Law | Fighting the Opioid Crisis | NJ CARES | Press Release

If Approved, Settlements Would Bring Total Opioid Settlement Funds Secured for NJ by Murphy Administration to Over $1 Billion For Immediate Release: May 3, 2023 Office of the Attorney General- Matthew J. Platkin, Attorney GeneralDivision of Law- Michael T.G. Long,...
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