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Tennessee Department of Law

The Tennessee Department of Law, also known as the Tennessee Attorney General’s Office, is the state’s legal authority responsible for representing Tennessee’s government in legal matters. It provides legal advice to state agencies, defends the state in lawsuits, and enforces laws and regulations. The department also handles criminal appeals, protects the rights of Tennesseans, and works on issues like consumer protection and civil rights. Its goal is to ensure the legal integrity of state government operations and uphold justice for residents of Tennessee.