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The People’s Law Firm: Serving New Hampshire
The New Hampshire Attorney General’s Office, part of the Department of Justice, serves as the state’s chief legal and law enforcement officer. 🏛️ Located in the capital city of Concord, this government agency is fundamentally committed to upholding the rule of law, protecting the public, and ensuring justice for all citizens of the Granite State. The Attorney General’s Office is not a private law firm that can be hired by individuals; instead, it represents the collective interests of the people of New Hampshire in a vast array of civil and criminal matters. The dedicated team of attorneys and staff works with diligence and integrity to address some of the most critical issues facing the state, from prosecuting major crimes to protecting consumers from fraud.
The Criminal Justice Bureau
As the state’s top law enforcement entity, the Attorney General’s Office leads the prosecution of the most serious crimes. The Criminal Justice Bureau handles complex cases, often in partnership with local and state police, to ensure that offenders are held accountable and that public safety remains paramount. Their work is essential to maintaining a safe and just society. ⚖️
- Violent Crime Prosecution: The bureau takes the lead in prosecuting all homicides and other major violent crimes, bringing sophisticated investigatory and trial resources to bear on the most serious offenses.
- Drug Crime Prosecution: The office is at the forefront of combating the opioid crisis and prosecuting large-scale drug trafficking operations that threaten the well-being of New Hampshire communities.
- Public Integrity: The office investigates and prosecutes financial crimes, public corruption, and cases of police misconduct, ensuring that those in positions of trust are held to the highest standards.
Protecting Consumers and Civil Rights
A core mission of the Attorney General’s Office is to stand up for the rights of the public. The Consumer Protection and Antitrust Bureau serves as a watchdog, safeguarding citizens from scams, deceptive business practices, and anticompetitive behavior. The Civil Rights Unit investigates and brings enforcement actions to combat discrimination and protect the rights of all individuals in the state. 🛡️
The State’s Legal Counsel
The Civil Law Bureau acts as the law firm for the State of New Hampshire itself. Its attorneys represent all executive branch agencies, officials, and employees in state and federal courts. This includes defending state laws when they are challenged, providing legal opinions to state agencies, and handling all lawsuits filed against the state. This vital work ensures the smooth and lawful functioning of state government. 🏛️ The office is also responsible for protecting the state’s natural resources through its Environmental Protection Bureau. The New Hampshire Attorney General’s Office is a cornerstone of law and order, working every day to serve and protect the people of the Granite State.
Specializing In
Criminal Prosecution, Consumer Protection, Civil Rights Enforcement, Environmental Protection, Victim Services, State Agency Representation
Address & Location
Located in a serene, campus-like office setting in northwest Concord, situated off of Bouton Street and near the Merrimack River.
Building Location
This is Granite Place (also known as the North Tower), a professional four-story Class B office building built in 1975, surrounded by beautifully landscaped grounds.
Suite Access
Enter the main Granite Place building through the main entrance, which features a spacious three-story atrium lobby. The New Hampshire Department of Justice offices can be reached via the elevators or central stairs.
Parking Details
The office campus features an expansive private surface parking area providing over 800 parking spaces, ensuring free and convenient parking for all visitors.
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