General Counsel
The Office of the General Counsel (OGC) provides legal assistance and advice to OJP's bureaus and offices on all legal issues arising from OJP’s role in providing federal leadership in developing the nation's capacity to prevent and control crime, improve the criminal and juvenile justice systems, increase knowledge about crime and related issues, and assist crime victims. OGC advises on legal questions, problems and issues of nationwide concern, as well as provides legal advice and guidance on all agency operations. OGC is also responsible for administering the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and the Privacy Act for all OJP's bureaus and offices.
The General Counsel is Rafael A. Madan and the Deputy General Counsels are Gregory C. Brady, John L. Pensinger, Rosemary C. Carradini, and Charles T. Moses, III.
Contacts
OGC Main Line: 202-307-6235
FOIA Requester Service Center: 202-307-6235
FOIA Public Liaison, George Pruden: 202-307-0790
