Overview
The Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs (MOJCA) is the lead administrator of justice in Jamaica, which includes overseeing the implementation of laws, offering justice services such as legal aid, victim support, expungement of criminal records and marriage licensing while providing policy support and analysis on justice issues.

Vision Statement
Facilitate effective access to justice for all.

Mission Statement
To facilitate effective access to justice and deliver quality justice services for all by establishing first-class justice system and strong partnerships.

Mandate
MOJCA is mandated by the Government of Jamaica (GOJ) to ensure that the country is a just and law-abiding society with an accessible, efficient and fair system of justice for all citizens while promoting respect for rights and freedoms, the Rule of Law and the Constitution as well as providing an awareness of individual responsibilities and civil obligations.

Departments

Administrator General’s Department

Dispute Resolution Foundation

General Legal Council

Justice Training Institute

Law Revision Secretariat

Legal Aid Council

Legal Reform Department

Office of the Parliamentary Counsel (OPC)

Attorney-General’s Chambers (subject to the provision of Section 79 of the Constitution of Jamaica)

Independent Commission of Investigations (INDECOM)

Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (subject to the provision of Chapter VI of the Constitution of Jamaica)