The Attorney General is the top legal official in Rhode Island. As the state’s top prosecutor, the Attorney General fights to enhance the economic security of Rhode Island, protect the public safety of our communities, and restore the public trust in state government. As the central legal agency of the State, the Office of Attorney General is responsible for the prosecution of all felony criminal cases and misdemeanor appeals, as well as misdemeanor cases brought by state law enforcement agencies. Additionally, the Attorney General represents all agencies, departments, and commissions in litigation, and initiates legal action where necessary to protect the interests of Rhode Island citizens. The Office of Attorney General is also charged with operating and maintaining the Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation, which is the central repository for all criminal records in the State.