leot6 zing3 si1律政司
Jyutpingleot6 zing3 si1
Yaleleuht jing sī
Definition
The Department of Justice of the Hong Kong government.
- The Department of Justice of the Hong Kong government
- datedThe Attorney General (before the 1997 handover)
neutralworkplaces
How it's used
Refers to both the government department and the person holding the office of Secretary for Justice. In casual conversation, people often use it to refer to the institution as a whole rather than the individual official. It is a formal term that remains standard in news and legal discussions.
Examples
The Department of Justice issued a statement today.
Do you know where the Department of Justice works?
Related words
Common phrases
Secretary for Justice
Department of Justice office
Common mistake
Avoid confusing the department with the person; context usually clarifies whether you mean the office or the Secretary for Justice. It is not a generic term for any lawyer or legal professional.
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Grammar guides
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