The Ministry of Attorney General of British Columbia is a provincial government department responsible for a broad range of legal services in the province.
[1] The ministry’s mandate includes ensuring that the justice system in British Columbia keeps communities safe and operates with fairness, proportionality, and certainty in criminal, civil, and family law matters.
The ministry strives to make the justice system accessible, overcoming barriers such as distance and complexity, and aims to provide clear information and options to the public.
[citation needed] The Ministry of Attorney General actively engages with British Columbians to shape legislation and policy.
The ministry is involved in various legislation and policy reviews to advance government priorities, address public interest issues, and respond to developments in common law.