Jamaica government
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Office of the Public Defender
Protects citizens against breaches of constitutional rights and maladministration.
What this authority does
Investigates complaints that a public authority has infringed constitutional rights, may provide legal representation in constitutional claims, and reports to Parliament.
Services for the public
- Constitutional rights complaints
- Legal representation
- Maladministration reports
- Public education
Before you contact this authority
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