The New York Attorney General (NYAG) is the chief legal officer of the [[United States of America (USA)]] state of New York and head of the state's Department of Law.
Key functions:
- State's chief legal officer
- Consumer protection
- Financial market oversight
- Securities enforcement
- Criminal investigations
- Antitrust enforcement
Notable aspects:
- Significant influence in:
* Financial regulation
* Wall Street oversight
* Cryptocurrency regulation
* Consumer protection
* Corporate compliance
Powers include:
- Filing lawsuits
- Conducting investigations
- Enforcing state laws
- Issuing legal opinions
- Protecting public interest
The office has become particularly notable for its role in regulating financial markets and #cryptocurrency businesses operating in New York State.