An office of civil justice.

A Local Law to amend the New York city charter, in relation to an office of civil justice

The bill would amend the city charter by allowing the Mayor to establish an office of civil justice. The office of civil justice would be responsible for overseeing all aspects of civil justice programs. The office would advise and assist the mayor in each area as it relates to civil justice, including, but not limited to, the planning and implementation of civil justice programs, coordination of agencies that implement these programs, reviewing and advising the mayor on the budgetary costs associated with civil programs as well as developing, studying and making recommendations in all civil justice matters that affect New York City.