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Department of Justice

A core Department of State, responsible for the criminal justice system, court policy, public safety coordination, and legal administration.

Department Overview

The Department of Justice supports a fair, safe and modern legal system, and works with justice partners to maintain the rule of law across Ireland.

  • Criminal justice and policing policy
  • Courts and legal services strategy
  • Public prosecution and legal governance

Directory

Taoiseach
Ognian0
Minister for Justice
KamlaPBisessar
Minister of State
Vacant
Secretary General
Daveids
Assistant Secretary General
Djungelskog_Fan
Attorney General
Vacant
Director of Public Prosecutions
TristanJBelshaw

Justice Bodies and Focus Areas

The Department coordinates with the Courts Service, prosecution services, justice partners, and legal institutions such as the Bar Council.

  • Courts governance and case administration standards
  • Professional legal pathways, including future Bar Exam delivery
  • Policy updates and justice communications