USDOJ Law and Legal Definition
USDOJ is the abbreviation for the United States Department of Justice. It is the federal executive branch of the U.S. government that is responsible for law enforcement and the administration of justice. The department is headed by the Attorney General. The Attorney General is nominated by the U.S. President and confirmed by the Senate, and is a member of the Cabinet.
USDOJ’s aims to:
1. Enforce the law and defend the interests of the United States according to the law.
2. To ensure public safety against foreign and domestic threats.
3. To provide federal leadership in preventing and controlling crime.
4. To seek just punishment for those guilty of unlawful behavior.
5.To ensure fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans.
The USDOJ has a number of agencies or branches under it. These agencies help the USDOJ in achieving its mission.