An elected constitutional officer, is the state's chief legal officer. As the advisor to the executive branch, the attorney general's office deals with contracts and legal concerns for the state. The attorney general represents the state in capital felony cases (death penalty cases) and can represent the state in any civil action in any court. The attorney general is also responsible for the investigation and prosecution of any state official or any one working for the state if accused of wrongdoing.

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