What does the Attorney Generals Office generally not investigate?
The Attorney General’s charitable trusts jurisdiction does not apply to churches, religious corporations, homeowners associations, and most mutual benefit corporations. The Attorney General does not review matters involving internal labor disputes, contested elections, disagreements between directors and members over policy and procedures, and most legal actions between charities and third parties regarding contracts or torts. Persons with complaints in any of the foregoing areas may choose to consult a private attorney to review legal rights and remedies.
The Attorney General’s Charitable Trusts jurisdiction does not apply to churches, religious corporations, homeowner’s associations, and most mutual benefit corporations. The Attorney General does not review matters involving internal labor disputes, contested elections, disagreements between directors and members over policy and procedures, and most legal actions between charities and third parties regarding contracts or torts. Persons with complaints in any of the foregoing categories may choose to consult a private attorney to review legal rights and remedies. Persons with complaints of criminal activities by a charity should refer the matter to the local district attorney. Top of Page • What can I expect when I submit a complaint to the Attorney General’s office about a charity or a charitable solicitation? The Attorney General’s office receives thousands of inquiries and complaints from the general public, news reporters, and other interested parties regarding possible mismanagemen
