Hafa Adai, Tirow, and Welcome to the Office of the Attorney General.
Mission Statement
The Office of the Attorney General provides legal counsel and representation to the Commonwealth government and its agencies on many issues vital to the people’s interest. These issues include the protection of children from abuse and neglect, preservation of the environment, protecting the Commonwealth’s financial assets, the protection of consumers, and public safety.
The Office of the Attorney General welcomes your ideas on ways that we can serve you and the community.
The Office at a Glance
The Attorney General:
- Is the Chief Legal Officer for the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands
- Represents the Commonwealth in all legal matters
- Advises Executive Departments, Autonomous Agencies, and Public Corporations
- Takes Legal Action on behalf of its citizens
- Prosecutes violations of law
Goals
- Combat graft and corruption, domestic violence, child abuse and neglect, drugs and violent crimes
- Build and improve relationships / partnerships, enforcement of laws and to promote proper training
- Ensure criminal cases are thoroughly investigated and reviewed before charges are filed
- Ensure the safety and security of the people of the Commonwealth
- Work in partnership with the Executive Branch, Legislature, Courts, Law Enforcement Agencies such as Customs, Police, Fish & Wildlife, Probation, Parole, and Federal counterparts
- Increase enforcement of consumer protection laws
Recent News
Opioid Proceeds Council (OPC)
ANNOUNCEMENTFUNDING OPPORTUNITYFor Year 2026 Opioid Proceeds Council, Saipan – The Opioid Proceeds Council is excited to announce its first notice of funding opportunity. This competitive funding opportunity is open to CNMI government agencies and registered local non-profit organizations that focus on providing evidence-based, direct client services to individuals with opioid […]
PROCLAMATION CHILD SUPPORT AWARENESS MONTH August 2025
WHEREAS, the Office of the Attorney General’s Child Support Enforcement Division is dedicated to promoting the well-being of children and families by ensuring that children receive the financial support they need from their parents. And WHEREAS, every child deserves the love, care, and financial support of a family to grow […]
AUGUST IS CHILD SUPPORT AWARENESS MONTHTHE OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO SECURING FINANCIAL AND EMOTIONAL SUPPORT FOR CHILDREN’S SUCCESS
Office of the Attorney General, Saipan – The Child Support Enforcement Unit (CSEU) of the Office of the Attorney General joins in celebrating the national campaign of Child Support Awareness Month. This campaign aims to spread awareness that children need financial support and services. Every child needs the financial and […]