Standing before you is the Minist\u00e8re de la Justice. It is also known as the Chancellerie. This building is more than just a government office. It is a symbol of justice in France.
The Minist\u00e8re de la Justice plays a crucial role. It prepares legal texts and administers justice. Around 75000 agents work across France. They work to ensure justice is served.
The Chancellerie drafts laws in many areas. These areas include family law and criminal procedure. The Minist\u00e8re also manages courts and justice services. It supports victims of terrorism accidents and discrimination. The Minist\u00e8re de la Justice ensures their rights are protected.
At the head of the Minist\u00e8re de la Justice is the Garde des Sceaux. The Garde des Sceaux is the Minister of Justice. This person is the keeper of the Great Seal of France. This seal is on the Constitution and major laws. The Garde des Sceaux is assisted by a cabinet and spokesperson.
The Inspection G\u00e9n\u00e9rale oversees the justice system’s operations. The Minist\u00e8re’s central administration has a Secr\u00e9tariat G\u00e9n\u00e9ral and five divisions. The Secr\u00e9tariat G\u00e9n\u00e9ral focuses on modernizing the Minist\u00e8re. It promotes access to law and justice for citizens. It also supports victims.
The Direction des Affaires Civiles et du Sceau drafts civil and commercial laws. It helps develop public and constitutional law. This division regulates legal professions like lawyers notaries and bailiffs.
The Direction des Affaires Criminelles et des Gr\u00e2ces handles criminal justice matters. It manages the national criminal records. All criminal convictions are recorded here. It reviews requests for clemency to the President.
The Direction des Services Judiciaires oversees courts and tribunals. It modernizes these institutions. It also improves working conditions. The Direction de l’Administration P\u00e9nitentiaire helps execute sentences. It supports the reintegration of offenders. The Direction de la Protection Judiciaire de la Jeunesse protects minors. It assesses situations of young offenders. This helps magistrates make decisions. This department aids social school and professional integration.
The Minist\u00e8re de la Justice also runs four schools. These schools provide initial and ongoing training. The \u00c9cole Nationale de la Magistrature trains judges and prosecutors. The \u00c9cole Nationale des Greffes trains court clerks and officials. The \u00c9cole Nationale d’Administration P\u00e9nitentiaire trains prison staff. The \u00c9cole Nationale de Protection Judiciaire de la Jeunesse trains child protection workers.
Located on Place Vend\u00f4me the Minist\u00e8re de la Justice has a rich history. The building itself is known as the H\u00f4tel de Bourvallais. The Chancellerie has occupied this location since 1718.
The H\u00f4tel de Bourvallais was built in 1699. It was constructed for Joseph-Guillaume de Vieuxville. Later Paul Poisson de Bourvallais owned it. In 1718 the King’s Council assigned it to the Chancellor of France. Fran\u00e7ois d’Aguesseau was the first Chancellor to live here.
The H\u00f4tel de Bourvallais has been home to the Minist\u00e8re de la Justice since its creation. Danton stayed here briefly in 1792. The building has been renovated over the years. It reflects different eras of French history.
Today the Minist\u00e8re de la Justice continues its vital work. It upholds justice protects rights and serves the French people. As you stand here remember the history and dedication within these walls. The Minist\u00e8re de la Justice is a cornerstone of French society.