The Department is responsible for the dual offices of:

The Attorney General, who is responsible for;

• Administering criminal justice in the province, and the prosecution of all offenses under the Criminal Code of Canada, and the statutes of Newfoundland;
  

• Representing the Crown in matters of civil litigation;
  

• Providing legal services to all government departments and agencies;
  

• Representing the Crown where public rights of concern to the provincial government are being questioned;
  

• Providing advice to government on proposed legislation, carrying out studies for the reform of law, and providing legislative drafting services for the government;
  

• Providing access to legal aid to those persons who are eligible.

The Minister of Justice, who is responsible for:

• Administering court services;
  

• Administering correctional systems;
  

• Administering police protection.