Organized Crime Unit Chief
Maryland Office of the Attorney General
Paul Halliday serves as Unit Chief of the Organized Crime Unit (OCU) at the Maryland Office of the Attorney General, where he leads a team of attorneys prosecuting multijurisdictional violent organized crime across the state. His unit handles some of Maryland's most complex gang-related cases, coordinating with law enforcement partners at the local, state, and federal levels to dismantle criminal enterprises operating throughout the region.
Wednesday Jun 10
8:00am - 8:45am
CIS Security Solutions Theatre
This dynamic panel brings together leaders from multiple Attorney General offices to explore how states are combating rising retail theft, gift card fraud and organized retail crime. Speakers will highlight innovative partnerships with law enforcement, the retail community and state legislators to distinguish everyday petty theft and larceny from coordinated criminal enterprises driving large-scale losses. Through data sharing, targeted investigations and strengthened legal frameworks, these offices are disrupting sophisticated theft rings while ensuring appropriate responses for lower‑level offenders. Attendees will gain insight into emerging trends, successful cross‑agency collaboration and proven strategies shaping the future of retail asset protection.
