How to Contact the California Attorney General's Office

By JRMaughan

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In most states, the Attorney General is the person who gives legal advice to the state government. The Attorney General and their state attorneys act as the chief law enforcement officer and oversee public prosecutions. Here’s what to do in the event that you need to contact the California State Attorney General’s office.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Step1
While varying from state to state, the typical responsibility of the Attorneys General’s Office include the ability to be public advocates in child enforcement, consumer protection, utility regulation and antitrust actions. The Attorney General’s Office can also represent the state and state agencies in court, oversee criminal appeals and statewide criminal prosecutions, enforce federal and state environmental laws, handle civil suits on behalf of the state and otherwise represent the state’s interests.
Step2
Visit the California Attorney General's main office at 1300 I St., Ste. 1740, Sacramento, Calfornina (95814).
Step3
Call the California Attorney General's Office at (916) 445-9555. The main directory will guide you to the various divisions.
Step4
Go online and send an email to the California Attorney General's Office (see Resources below). The website is extremely informative and presents the latest legislation, consumer protection information and cases being handled. It also features frequently asked questions, news updates and a biography of the current Attorney General.

Tips & Warnings

  • You can also access the website of the National Association of Attorneys General for more information about offices in other states (see Resources below).

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