Department of Justice
The Department of Justice of the New Republic is responsible for the lawful prosecution of offenses, the conduct of executive legal proceedings, and the safeguarding of legality within the constitutional administration of the Republic. Operating under the authority of the Ministry of State, the Department ensures that justice is pursued in accordance with the Constitution and the laws of the Republic.
The Department within the Executive Branch
Within the constitutional framework of the New Republic, the Department of Justice forms part of the executive administration of government and operates under the supervision of the Ministry of State. Its institutional role is distinct from the Court of Justice, ensuring the separation between prosecution and adjudication required by constitutional government.
The Department exercises prosecutorial authority on behalf of the Republic in matters arising under its laws.
It coordinates the preparation of charges, legal proceedings, and executive enforcement actions within the constitutional structure.
Its work supports legality across ministries and ensures that executive action remains consistent with the Constitution.
The Department presents cases before the Court of Justice but does not exercise judicial authority itself.
Minister of State as Chief Legal Officer
Under the constitutional structure of the New Republic, the Minister of State serves concurrently as Attorney-General of the Republic. In this capacity, the Minister exercises ultimate supervisory authority over the Department of Justice, oversees prosecutorial policy, and ensures the lawful coordination of executive legal action across the institutions of government.
Chief Legal Authority:
The Attorney-General directs the prosecutorial activity of the Republic and authorizes the initiation of charges in matters affecting the constitutional order and the administration of government.
Government Legal Coordination:
The Attorney-General ensures consistency between executive action and constitutional legality across ministries and departments.
Supervision of Investigations:
The Department of Justice operates under the supervision of the Attorney-General in the preparation and presentation of charges before the Court of Justice.
Justice Administration Framework
Executive Investigation and Prosecution
Legal Review of Government Action
Protection of Constitutional Legality
Representation of the Republic before the Court of Justice