The ICD provides legal advice to Government Ministries and Departments on the negotiation and drafting of commercial and international Agreements, whilst the Legislative Drafting Division drafts legislation (both primary and secondary) for the Government.
The ICD provides legal advice to Government Ministries and Departments on the negotiation and drafting of commercial and international Agreements. Such legal advice involves, among others, areas in international law, environmental law, international trade law, and the procurement of supplies, goods and services.
No, the ICD only assists Government Ministries and Departments, since the ICD is part of the office of the Attorney General, who is the principal legal adviser to the Government of the Republic of Botswana.
Yes, although the prosecutorial powers rest with the Dpp, he has delegated some of those powers to the Police to prosecute on his behalf until the takeover process is complete.
In Gaborone the DPP office is located in the Cetral Buisness District (CBD) and there are other regional offices in Maun, Selibe - Phikwe, Francistown, Palapye and Lobatse.
The Police and other Law enforcement agencies receive reports in relation to criminal matters for investigation. After completion of same, the docket is forwarded to the DPP for assessment of evidence and possible prosecution.
Internal Staff can borrow books. However, Journals and Law Reports cannot be borrowed, but one may photocopy articles from the Journals. The Library also subscribes to some electronic publications which are available on the government intranet and can only be used by government employees.
The Attorney General’s Chambers cannot assist you as there are other authorities empowered by law to handle complaints such as yours. You may contact the Law Society of Botswana on matters of legal ethics.
The Central Transport Organisation (CTO) processes such claims and may assist in identifying panel beaters who can repair your vehicle or adequate compensation in the event your motor vehicle was deemed a ‘write off’.