North Carolina Attorney General Office consists of the following departments - Consumer Protection, Victims and Citizens Services, Legal Services, Information for seniors, and Protecting Children. The Attorney General and the Department of Justice provide legal representation and advice to all state government departments, agencies and commissions. The Attorney General also provides legal opinions at the request of other public officials and handles all criminal appeals from state trial courts. Through the Consumer Protection Division, the Attorney General works to educate North Carolina consumers and protect them from frauds and scams. The Victims and Citizens Services Section also works to protect the rights of victims and help citizens better understand the criminal justice system. The Department of Justice provides assistance to law enforcement agencies across North Carolina. The State Bureau of Investigation works with local law enforcement to investigate crimes.