Legal Counsel & Prosecution
Official definition
This industry comprises government establishments primarily engaged in providing legal counsel or prosecution services for the government.
Source: US Census Bureau, 2017 NAICS Definitions. Public domain. Census publishes this definition under NAICS 922130, the only detailed industry in this group.
Illustrative examples
- Attorney generals' offices
- Public defenders' offices
- District attorneys' offices
- Public prosecutors' offices
Which code does this activity belong in?
Legal Counsel and Prosecution establishments provide legal representation and prosecution services on behalf of government, distinguishing them from Courts, which adjudicate cases, or Police Protection, which investigates and apprehends offenders. Public defenders' offices and district attorneys' offices exemplify this industry, as they supply the legal advocacy function within the justice system rather than enforcing laws through investigation or detention.
Written for NAICS 922130, the only detailed industry in this group.