Ministry of Justice

Introduction

The Ministry of Justice is one of the ten Federal Ministries which comprise the Imperial Chancellery. It is headed by the Justice Minister and generally manages judicial affairs, trials both civil and criminal, and creation of the penal code. They also hold oversight powers over the 'associate courts', namely the Party Administration Courts and Military Courts.

Organization of the Ministry

The Ministry of Justice comprises two State Secretaries, one responsible for supervising the judicial matters of the realm and the other for overseeing the affiliated courts, along with one General/Leading Anwalt. Within the ministry, you are able to get employed in the following positions:

• Anwalt (Lawyer)
• Richters (Judge)
• Supreme Court

Role in Imperial Germany

The Ministry of Justice holds jurisdiction over several key areas within the legal and judicial system. It is responsible for overseeing the functioning of courts, including the appointment and discipline of judges. Additionally, the Ministry may supervise/cooperate with certain law enforcement agencies, though this responsibility sometimes overlaps with other governmental bodies.

It manages prisons, correctional facilities, and probation services, ensuring the rehabilitation and proper treatment of offenders. The Ministry also regulates legal professionals, such as lawyers and prosecutors, maintaining professional and ethical standards within the legal profession.

A crucial part of its role is ensuring access to justice, protecting rights, and providing legal aid to those in need. The Ministry plays a significant part in drafting, implementing, and reforming laws to enhance the legal system.

Current Minister

The current Minister of Justice can be found in the Spreadsheet for the Organization of the Government.