What is an attorney general of a state?

Merrick GarlandSince 2021
United States/Attorney general

What are the powers of the US attorney general?

As the chief officer of the Department of Justice, the attorney general enforces federal laws, provides legal counsel in federal cases, interprets the laws that govern executive departments, heads federal jails and penal institutions, and examines alleged violations of federal laws.

Who is the attorney general for the state of Florida?

Ashley Moody (Republican Party)Since 2019
Florida/Attorney general

How many attorney generals Does Florida have?

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What is the role of the Florida Attorney General?

The Attorney General is the statewide elected official directed by the Florida Constitution to serve as the chief legal officer for the State of Florida. The Attorney General is responsible for protecting Florida consumers from various types of fraud and enforcing the state’s antitrust laws.

Does every state have a US attorney?

One U.S. attorney is assigned to each of the judicial districts, with the exception of Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands, where a single U.S. attorney serves both districts. Selected U.S. attorneys participate in the Attorney General’s Advisory Committee of United States Attorneys.

Who is the current United States Attorney?

Merrick Garland
The attorney general is a statutory member of the Cabinet of the United States….