The State of Alaska Department of Law is an integral part of the executive branch of the Alaska state government, with the attorney general serving as the principal executive officer. The department provides legal advice to the governor and other state officers, prosecutes violations of state criminal law, and enforces consumer protection and unfair trade practices laws.
With offices in Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Juneau, the Civil Division of the Department of Law handles a wide range of legal matters, including child protection, commercial and fair business practices, environmental issues, labor disputes, and legislative research. The Criminal Division, with offices in Anchorage, Bethel, and Dillingham, is responsible for prosecuting criminal cases in their respective jurisdictions.
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