The main role of the prefects are defined in article 72 of the Constitution of France: In the local governments of the Republic, the representative of the State, representing each member of the Government, is in charge of national interests, of administrative checks, and the respect of Law.
Peran utama prefek ditentukan dalam artikel 72 di Konstitusi Prancis: Di pemerintah lokal Republik, perwakilan Negara, mewakili setiap anggota Pemerintah, ditugaskan pada tugas negara, pemeriksaan administratif, dan penghormatan Hukum.