Crime: Government Appointment
Nevada – In a move that has sent shockwaves throughout the state, Sue Fahami has been named Acting United States Attorney for the District of Nevada. This appointment, made under the Vacancies Reform Act, marks a significant shift in the leadership of the federal law enforcement agency.
As the chief federal law enforcement officer for the District of Nevada, which covers all 17 counties in the Silver State, Ms. Fahami leads a team of over 100 prosecutors and staff professionals with offices located in Las Vegas and Reno.
Prior to joining the United States Attorney’s Office in the District of Nevada in 2001, Ms. Fahami served as the elected District Attorney in White Pine County, Nevada. Her extensive experience in the field of law enforcement has prepared her for this new role.
Ms. Fahami earned her LL.M. from the University of San Diego School of Law in 1996, J.D. from Whittier Law School in 1995, and B.A. from the University of Southern California in 1991. Her impressive academic background has equipped her with the necessary skills to tackle the challenges of her new position.
The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Nevada is responsible for representing the federal government in virtually all of the litigation involving the United States in Nevada. With Ms. Fahami at the helm, the agency is poised to continue its work in upholding the law and protecting the citizens of Nevada.
In a statement, officials from the agency expressed confidence in Ms. Fahami’s ability to lead the team and ensure the continued success of the office. As the Acting United States Attorney, Ms. Fahami will play a crucial role in shaping the direction of the agency and advancing its mission.
Sue Fahami, the newly appointed Acting United States Attorney for the District of Nevada, will lead the charge in enforcing federal law and protecting the interests of the United States in Nevada.
Defendant/Respondent: Sue Fahami
Crime: Government Appointment
City and State: Las Vegas, Nevada
Exact Date: Not Applicable (Appointment Date)
Sentence or Outcome: Appointment as Acting United States Attorney
Dollar Amounts: Not Applicable
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Key Facts
- State: Nevada
- Category: Public Corruption
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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