Welcome to The Attorney General's Office
The Attorney General’s Office (AGO) acts as the chief legal advisor to the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis. Our focus aligns with the global commitment outlined in the Needham’s Point Declaration on Criminal Justice Reform, that lay emphasis on a justice system that is rooted in best practices, accountability, and transparency. The AGO provides legal counsel on constitutional, legislative and administrative matters, represents the Crown in litigation, and supports the independent functions of key justice-system institutions. As such, the Attorney General’s Chambers contributes to the maintenance of the rule of law in the Federation.
In accordance with Section 64 of the Constitution of Saint Christopher (St. Kitts) and Nevis, the Attorney General is the principal legal advisor to the Government of Saint Christopher (St. Kitts) and Nevis and is responsible for advising the various government ministries and institutions.
The vital role of the Attorney-General as the Chief Legal Advisor to the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis remains central to our Nation’s governance. The detailed functions of the AGO, as outlined in the Attorney-General’s Act, encompass several crucial responsibilities:
1. Ensuring strict adherence to legal norms in the administration of public affairs
2. Effective oversight of matters connected to the administration of justice
3. Providing valuable input on the legislative agenda
4. Regulating all legal proceedings on behalf of or against the State
5. Carrying out any additional functions delegated by the Governor-General, acting in accordance with the counsel of the Prime Minister
Senator, The Honourable Garth Lucien Wilkin, Attorney-General and Minister of Justice and Legal Affairs
Senator, The Honourable Garth Lucien Wilkin, Attorney-General & Minister of Justice and Legal Affairs Government of Saint Christopher (St. Kitts) and Nevis.
Senator, The Honourable Garth Lucien Wilkin, born on August 30, 1982, in Basseterre, Saint Christopher (St. Kitts), currently serves as the Attorney-General and Minister of Justice and Legal Affairs in the Government of Saint Christopher (St. Kitts) and Nevis. He is also a Senator in the National Assembly and a leading legal reform advocate in the Eastern Caribbean.
Education and Academic Distinction
Attorney-General Wilkin earned his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (Cum Laude) from Virginia Tech in 2004. He then pursued a Bachelor of Laws (LLB Hons) at the University of the West Indies, Cave Hill Campus, graduating in 2008. He obtained his Legal Education Certificate from the Norman Manley Law School, Jamaica, where he was graduated on the Principal’s Roll of Honour in 2010. While reading law, he won four top academic prizes for placing first in his class—including the distinguished Chairman’s Prize.
A formidable mooter, he represented UWI at the Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court in Washington D.C. and the Norman Manley Law School at the Margaret Forte Memorial Moot in Trinidad and The Bahamas. His scholarly article on the “Doctrine of Legitimate Expectations” was published in the UWI Student Law Review.
Our Divisions
Attorney General's Chambers
Ensures that laws and policies align with the Constitution and Legal standards.
Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions
Operates independently to ensure justice is fair and impartial.
Mission Statement
It is the principal Mission of this Office to provide legal advice and services to and on behalf of the Crown and to conduct and regulate all litigation for and against the Crown or any Ministry or Agency of Government.
- A Solicitor General
- Senior Legal Officer
- Parliamentary Counsel
- Crown Counsel
- Personal Assistant
- Other Clerical Staff
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions operates as an independent functionary under the aegis of the Office of the Attorney General by receiving administrative support from this office.
The Office of the Attorney General provides support for the independent functioning of the Supervisor of Elections. As such the Electoral Office is also a ministerial responsibility of this office.
Please feel free to contact us in regard to any clarifications that you may need.
Office Phone
(869) 467- 1963
Email Us
attorneygeneral@gov.kn
Address
P.O. Box 164,
Building 22,
Port Zante,
Saint Christopher (St. Kitts)
Our Duties / Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities as outlined in the Attorney General’s Act include:
