Georgia joins national opioid settlements

ATLANTA - Georgia could receive over $181 million by joining national opioid settlements with major companies. Release: Attorney General Chris Carr announced that the State of Georgia has joined national settlements with CVS, Walgreens, Teva and…

Carr joins support for stronger consumer protection

ATLANTA - The Georgia Attorney General joins other attorneys general to support the FCC against illegal and fraudulent texts. Release: Attorney General Chris Carr has joined 50 attorneys general in supporting the Federal Communications Commission’s…

Former Ga. School Superintendent, wife plead guilty

ATLANTA - A former Pickens County School Superintendent and his wife have pleaded guilty to Racketeering and Theft by Taking. Release: Attorney General Chris Carr announced that former Pickens County School Superintendent Carlton Wilson and…

Georgians warned of SEC ticket scams

ATLANTA - Georgians are being warned about possible SEC Championship Game ticket scams for the UGA and LSU football game. Release: Attorney General Chris Carr and the Better Business Bureau (BBB) of North Georgia are…

Holiday tips to shop safely, avoid scams

ATLANTA - The Georgia Attorney General is sharing tips for Georgians to be able to shop safely and avoid scams during the holiday season. Release: Attorney General Chris Carr is sharing important tips to help…

Georgians to be cautions of utility scams

ATLANTA - Georgians are being warned to be cautious of scammers impersonating a utility company representative wanting money. Release: Attorney General Chris Carr and the Better Business Bureau (BBB) of North Georgia are recognizing Nov.…