Ministry of the Attorney General – Toronto, ON

Ministry of the Attorney General

The Ministry of the Attorney General (MAG) in Toronto serves as the headquarters for the administration of the justice system in Ontario. Located in the McMurtry-Scott Building on Bay Street, this government office is the central hub where the Attorney General oversees the prosecution of criminal offences, provides legal advice to the government, and manages the province’s courts and tribunals. 🏛️🇨🇦

Services and Functions

While this location primarily functions as an administrative headquarters rather than a public courthouse, it houses several critical branches:

• Crown Law Office – Civil: Accepts service of legal documents on the Crown in right of Ontario.
• Constitutional Law Branch: Handles notices of constitutional questions.
• Policy & Administration: Develops legislation and manages the justice sector’s budget and operations.
• Victim Services Oversight: Coordinates programs like the Victim/Witness Assistance Program (VWAP) provincially.

Visiting the McMurtry-Scott Building

As a high-security government facility, visitors must undergo screening. The building is not a place to pay traffic tickets or attend criminal trials (which occur at designated courthouses), but it is the correct location for serving specific civil claims against the provincial government. 👮‍♂️🛂

Important Information

The Ministry ensures that the justice system is fair, accessible, and efficient. It works closely with the Superior Court of Justice and the Ontario Court of Justice to deliver judicial services. For general inquiries about court dates or fines, citizens are advised to contact their local courthouse directly rather than this administrative head office.