What is the responsibility of the Office of the Inspector General?

A: The Office of the Inspector General was created to identify waste, mismanagement and fraud in government spending. The Inspector General will ensure the accountability and integrity of every state agency that receives state funding.

Who does the Inspector General report to?

A: The Inspector General reports directly to the Governor.

What projects has the Office of the Inspector General completed?

A: The Inspector General will provide periodic reports to the Governor and will issue a public annual report to the Governor and Legislature. Public reports from the Inspector General's office are available on the web site in the News Releases/Reports section.

How do I report a complaint to the Office of the Inspector General?

A: Complaints should be made in writing and can be mailed to the New Jersey Office of the Inspector General, P.O. Box 208, Trenton, NJ, 08625-0208; faxed to (609) 984-3990; or submitted electronically through the Office of the Inspector General web site.

What happens when the OIG receives a complaint?

A: The Office of the Inspector General will review and make a determination if the complaint should be fielded by this office or another agency. The priority of the Office of the Inspector General are cases that have the greatest potential impact on and benefit for the state. If in fact the Office initiates an investigation, all parties involved will be notified. The Inspector General will report findings with recommendations for corrective or remedial action when warranted to the Governor. The Inspector General will monitor the implementation of its recommendations and refer matters for further civil, criminal and administrative action to the appropriate authorities.

Does the Office of the Inspector General prosecute crime?

A: No. The Inspector General will refer complaints alleging criminal conduct to the Attorney General or other appropriate prosecutorial authority. If, during the course of an OIG investigation, criminal conduct is uncovered, the IG will also refer that conduct to an appropriate authority.

How was the Office of the Inspector General created?

A: The Office of the Inspector General was created by Executive Order No. 7 issued by Acting Governor Richard Codey on November 29, 2004. Legislation making this office permanent was passed on July 1, 2005.