TAKING ACTION

News

Taking Action highlights timely news, press releases, and official updates from the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office, showcasing efforts to protect residents through criminal charges, consumer warnings, public safety initiatives, major legal actions, and community-impact reports across the Commonwealth.

OUR WORK

How We Serve Pennsylvanians

The Office of Attorney General works on the ground and behind the scenes: from preventing crime and protecting consumers, to awarding community grants and supporting treatment programs. We partner with Pennsylvanians in neighborhoods, farms, schools and courts to reduce risk, protect rights and build safer communities.

KNOW YOUR RIGHTS

For The Public

Connecting Pennsylvanians to the tools, resources, and services they need to protect their rights, report concerns, and access help across the Commonwealth.

PROFESSIONAL RESOURCES

For Business & Orgs

Providing guidance, compliance resources, reporting tools, and legal information to help Pennsylvania businesses operate responsibly and protect their customers, employees, and communities.

OUR WORK

Featured Initiatives

The Pennsylvania Attorney General advances public safety through key programs designed to support treatment, protect agriculture, uphold public health laws, and safeguard consumers across the Commonwealth.

Combating Medicaid Fraud and Patient Abuse

The Medicaid Fraud Control Section investigates and prosecutes fraud committed by Medicaid providers, including false billing, kickbacks, and other schemes that misuse taxpayer-funded healthcare dollars.

Law Enforcement Treatment Initiative (LETI)

The Law Enforcement Treatment Initiative (LETI) connects individuals facing substance use or mental health challenges with treatment and support services as an alternative to arrest and prosecution.

Keeping PA youth and communities healthy and drug-free

The Community Drug Abuse Prevention Grant Program funds and supports parent, school, and community-led grassroots initiatives that provide education, prevention, and safe alternatives to drug and alcohol abuse to help keep Pennsylvania youth and communities healthy and drug-free.

Consumer Fraud

Fraud Protection helps consumers recognize, report, and prevent scams and deceptive practices while holding bad actors accountable under Pennsylvania law.

THE OFFICE

About The Office

The Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General serves as the Commonwealth’s chief legal and law enforcement authority, protecting residents by enforcing state laws, prosecuting crime, defending the rights of individuals and the public interest, overseeing consumer and civil protections, and representing Pennsylvania and its agencies in legal matters through its Criminal Law, Public Protection, Civil, and Operations divisions.

Divisions & Duties

Through its specialized divisions, the Office of Attorney General delivers critical legal services, protects consumers, and enforces the law—ensuring the safety, rights, and well-being of all Pennsylvanians.

Civil Law

The Civil Law Division represents the Commonwealth and its agencies, defends the constitutionality of state laws, and handles matters including tax appeals, debt collection, contracts, regulations, and bond issues.

Public Engagement

The Office of Public Engagement delivers no-cost educational programs and outreach across Pennsylvania, providing residents with information and resources to recognize risks, make informed decisions, and stay safe.

Criminal Law

The Criminal Law Division investigates and prosecutes serious crimes, including drug trafficking, organized crime, public corruption, and fraud, using the authority granted to the Attorney General under state law.

Public Protection

The Public Protection Division works directly with Pennsylvanians to address consumer complaints and pursue civil actions, protecting individuals and communities while seeking accountability and financial recovery where appropriate.

Careers

Work with Us

The Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General offers career and internship opportunities in legal, investigative, and administrative roles for individuals committed to public service and protecting the rights and safety of communities across the Commonwealth.

Deputy Attorney General II/III/IV

Performs enforcement activities including legal reviewProvides advice and recommendations with respect to the conduct of civil investigations and resulting legal actionsParticipates in or handles all aspects of litigation including drafting…

Full-time Harrisburg

Administrative Officer I

Manages and monitors several email inboxes throughout the day Schedules virtual meetings for Education and Outreach Specialists, Constituent Services staff, and other requestorsAssists outreach specialists in planning travel as needed, and…

Full-time Harrisburg