ABA Criminal Justice Section

05/27/2026

We’re officially underway!

Thank you to everyone joining us for the Qui Tam & Civil False Claims and Healthcare Fraud Institute 2026. This year’s joint conference brings together plaintiff, defense, government, and in‑house experts to explore the latest developments in False Claims Act practice and state and federal healthcare fraud enforcement.

We’re grateful for your participation and excited for the conversations, insights, and collaboration ahead. Thanks to our collaborators in the ABA Health Law Section and our hosts at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP!

05/21/2026

Register: https://americanbar.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_O1z5uhZFRmGbZuIwIJwtBQ #/registration

05/18/2026

New Episode of JustPod: One Woman’s Experience as a Federal Prison Inmate, and Her Return: A Discussion with Portia Louder

JustPod podcast episode of the American Bar Association Criminal Justice Section -- a discussion with Portia Louder on her experience in federal prison.

04/28/2026

Early Bird Rates Extended to May 3 -- Qui Tam & Civil False Claims and Healthcare Fraud Institute, May 27-28, Washington, DC

Hear from in-house counsel with seasoned FCA knowledge as they discuss pro tips for handling internal investigations and government litigation at next month’s Qui Tam & Civil False Claims and Healthcare Fraud Institute. Former senior DOJ fraud leaders will also share their unique perspectives on the state of fraud enforcement. The substantive agenda for this conference will offer the best of both worlds and bring together plaintiff, defense, government and in-house experts and practitioners to share knowledge and experience in these areas.

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This year’s joint conference is a must for those looking to learn about developments across the False Claims Act practice or about broader state and federal healthca.

03/25/2026

Supreme Court Case Update: Rico v. United States (March 25, 2026)

Summary: The Sentencing Reform Act of 1984 does not authorize a rule automatically extending a defendant’s term of supervised release when the defendant fails to report to a probation officer.

Decision is available here:https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/25pdf/24-1056_qn12.pdf

03/24/2026

Supreme Court Case Update: Zorn v. Linton

Summary: Because the Second Circuit failed to identify a case where an officer using a routine wristlock on a protester after issuing a verbal warning, without more, was held to have violated the Constitution, Sergeant Jacob Zorn was entitled to qualified immunity; the Second Circuit’s contrary conclusion was erroneous.

Decision is available here:https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/25pdf/25-297_bqm2.pdf

03/24/2026

In this month’s "Inside the Section," Chair Melba Pearson speaks with Maryam Ahranjani, editor of “Women in Criminal Law: A Practical Guide for Inclusive Thriving Workplaces.” The book was published this year and provides personal insights and research-based suggestions for creating better working environments for women criminal lawyers.

March 2026: Chair Melba Pearson speaks with Maryam Ahranjani, editor of “Women in Criminal Law: A Practical Guide for Inclusive Thriving Workplaces.” The boo...

03/20/2026

03/12/2026

The Day 1 of the White Collar Crime Institute 2026 has been successful. More enriching programs will be offered tomorrow and Friday morning.

https://events.americanbar.org/event/55b10d13-e5d8-4722-8493-12269ec0db2a/summary

03/11/2026

If you are attending the White Collar Crime Institute 2026, be sure to stop by the ABA Criminal Justice Section Bookstore at the Exhibit Area.

You can view CJS books and purchase books with 20% conference discount (CJS members get further discount). hashtag

https://events.americanbar.org/event/55b10d13-e5d8-4722-8493-12269ec0db2a/summary