Office of the Children's Advocate (OCA)

Children's Rights Watchdog

Rating: 4.5 / 5

The Office of the Children's Advocate at 72 Harbour Street, Kingston, is a constitutional watchdog mandated to protect the rights of every Jamaican child under the Child Care and Protection Act. The OCA investigates abuse, operates SafeSpot (888-SAFE-SPOT / 888-723-3776), and advocates for policy reform on child welfare.

Contact Information

Address: 72 Harbour Street, Kingston

Website: https://www.google.com/search?q=Office+of+the+Children's+Advocate+(OCA)+Jamaica

About legal in Jamaica

Jamaica's legal system is based on English common law. The Jamaican Bar Association regulates attorneys, with major firms in New Kingston, Mandeville, and Montego Bay handling everything from corporate transactions to real-estate conveyance, immigration, and family law. Legal Aid Jamaica provides free representation for those who qualify. The Companies Office of Jamaica (COJ) handles business registration, and the Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) handles tax matters.

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