The Office of the New York State Attorney General works to protect New Yorkers, combats crime, ensures public safety, defends civil rights, fights for workers, safeguards our environment, and more.

Letitia “Tish” James is the 67th Attorney General for the state of New York. With decades of experience and a long record of achievements, she is a powerful, effective attorney and lifelong public servant.

The Attorney General serves the public interest of all New Yorkers in matters affecting their daily lives, enforcing laws to protect consumers, tenants, patients, workers, investors, and charitable donors.

Office of the New York State Attorney General The Capitol Albany NY 12224-0341 Phone: 1-800-771-7755

Office of the New York State Attorney General The Capitol Albany NY 12224-0341. General helpline: 1-800-771-7755

Feb 5, 2025 · Attorney General James Releases Statement in Response to Louisiana Indictment of New York Doctor January 31, 2025 Joint Statement from 12 Attorneys General: President Trump is Misleading the American People on Purpose of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Initiatives

Feb 3, 2025 · The Office of the New York State Attorney General promotes equal justice under the law and protects the rights of all New Yorkers, including immigrants. We investigate complaints regarding discrimination, education and labor violations, immigration services fraud, harassment, and hate crimes.

5 days ago · NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today led a coalition of 14 attorneys general in releasing the following statement in response to the U.S. Department of the Treasury granting Elon Musk and his so-called “Department of Government Efficiency” (DOGE) staffers access to sensitive payment systems containing Americans ...

Jan 14, 2025 · NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today released the following statement in response to Governor Kathy Hochul’s 2025 State of the State: “I am pleased with key legislative proposals outlined in Governor Hochul’s State of the State that will help New York families throughout our state.

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