Secretary for Justice
Leading the Department's strategic direction and ensuring effective justice administration across Papua New Guinea.
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DJAG Launches EFT Payment System for Efficiency, Transparency & Accountability
The Department rolls out Electronic Funds Transfer to increase efficiency and promote transparency and accountability in its payment processes
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PNG Justice Reform on the Global Stage
Secretary Dr. Eric Kwa presents PNG's justice reform agenda at the World Bank Group 2026 Fragility Forum in Washington DC
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Corporate Plan 2024 – 2028
BEL-ISI IMAS ISTAP NAMEL LO YUMI OLTAIM — "For a Safe, Secure and Peaceful Society"
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PILON 2025: PNG Takes the Chair
Strengthening legal cooperation and advancing justice sector development across the Pacific
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Crime Prevention through Revitalised Village Court System across Papua New Guinea
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About the Department of Justice & Attorney General
The Department of Justice and Attorney General (DJAG) serves as the primary legal body within the Government, tasked with a broad mandate that includes providing legal services to the state, administering justice, coordinating crime prevention strategies, and upholding the rule of law. The Department's core responsibilities are defined by its enabling legislation.
Our Vision
"A Safe, Secure and Peaceful Society"
Our Mission
"To Provide Quality, Reliable and Timely and Accessible Legal and Justice Services to the State and Our People"
Ministry for Justice & Attorney General
Constitutional Offices Under the Ministry
Independent constitutional offices that operate under the Ministry for Justice and Attorney General, providing specialized legal and oversight services to ensure transparent governance and justice administration across Papua New Guinea.
Statutory Offices within the Department
Deemed Departments within the Justice Department
These statutory offices operate as deemed departments within DJAG, providing specialized legal services and administrative functions that support the broader justice system across Papua New Guinea.
Each office maintains its operational independence while contributing to the coordinated delivery of legal and justice services under the DJAG administrative framework.
We Provide
State Legal Services
Providing Legal Advice, Clearance Services and Litigation Support to the State, its agencies and instrumentalities.
- •Office of State Solicitor provides Legal Advice & Clearance Services to the State, its Agencies and Instrumentalities
- •Office of Solicitor General provides Litigation Services for the State by Defending State in Court or in Other Adversarial or Quasi-judicial Forum
- •Office of Public Trustee provides Intestate Deceased Estates Administration and Trustee Services
- •Legal Policy & Governance Branch provides Legal Policy Support Services to Minister for Justice, Office of the Secretary for Justice, External State Agencies and Internally at DJAG
Our Services & Offices
Office of the Public Trustee
Professional administration of estates, trusts, and protection of assets for beneficiaries and minors.
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Village Courts & Land Mediation
Supporting community-based justice systems and traditional conflict resolution methods across Papua New Guinea.
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Juvenile Justice Services
Specialized programs and support services for young offenders, focusing on rehabilitation and reintegration.
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Community Justice Service Center
Providing accessible justice services at the district level, supporting community-based legal assistance and conflict resolution.
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Probation Services
Supervising and supporting offenders in the community while ensuring public safety and promoting rehabilitation.
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Parole Services
Managing the transition of offenders from custody to community, ensuring successful reintegration and reducing recidivism.
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Latest Highlights
Stay updated with recent developments, initiatives, and achievements
DJAG Launches EFT Payment System to Increase Efficiency and Promote Transparency and Accountability
The Department of Justice & Attorney General has launched its Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) payment system, modernising payment processes to increase efficiency and promote transparency and accountability.
Read Full Article August 2026
Bougainville Justice Officials Receive Basic Mediation Skills Training
Justice officials from the Autonomous Region of Bougainville completed basic mediation skills training, extending alternative dispute resolution capacity to the sub-national level and supporting community-based access to justice.
Read Full Article July 23, 2026
Helen Roalakona Becomes PNG's First Woman Public Prosecutor
A historic milestone for Papua New Guinea as Helen Roalakona is appointed the country's first female Public Prosecutor, breaking new ground for women in the justice and legal sector.
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Eight Foreign Judges Appointed to Strengthen PNG Judiciary
Papua New Guinea appoints eight foreign judges to its judiciary, bolstering the court's capacity to handle complex legal matters, reduce case backlogs, and uphold the rule of law.
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Woman Village Court Official Calls for Government Support
A dedicated female village court official advocates for greater government backing for community-level courts, highlighting the vital role village courts play in delivering grassroots justice across PNG.
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Leadership Team - Organizational Structure
Leadership Structure
Ministry for Justice & Attorney General
Dr. Eric Kwa PhDSecretary for Justice & Attorney General
Mr. E'ava GeitaDeputy Secretary, Legal & Policy
Mrs. Josephine PitmurDeputy Secretary, Justice Administration
Mr. Stanley RakaDeputy Secretary, National Provincial Coordination & Crime Prevention
Ms. Mitchelle TaumpsonDeputy Secretary, Corporate Affairs & General Administration
Ministry for Justice & Attorney General
Dr. Eric Kwa PhD
Secretary for Justice & Attorney General
Mr. E'ava Geita
Deputy Secretary, Legal & Policy
Mrs. Josephine Pitmur
Deputy Secretary, Justice Administration
Mr. Stanley Raka
Deputy Secretary, National Provincial Coordination & Crime Prevention
Ms. Mitchelle Taumpson
Deputy Secretary, Corporate Affairs & General Administration
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