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Gift Cards

If you received a gift card for the holidays, use it as soon as possible. Learn more on our page about Gift Certificates and Gift Cards.

REAL ID Deadline: Are You Ready?

On October 1, 2020, your license might prevent you from boarding a plane. With a REAL ID, you're federally verified. Use this handy document assistant to get a REAL ID now.

Health Club Contracts

Make sure you do your homework before you sign a contract with a health club.

News and Press

2/13/2020 Consumer Alert: Consumer Protection Encourages Consumers to Use Restaurant Gift Cards Immediately
2/6/2020 Release: Officials Urge Consumers to be Cautious When Filing Taxes
1/15/2020 Online Credential Renewals Increase at Department of Consumer Protection
1/14/2020 Equifax Deadline: AG Tong, Commissioner Seagull Remind Consumers of January 22 Deadline to File Initial Claim in Equifax Data Breach Settlement
1/3/2020 Food Safety Advisory: Consumer Protection Advises Consumers to Return, and Not Consume Mislabeled Ice Cream

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Commissioner Michelle H. Seagull

Welcome to the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection's website -- designed to help you find information you need to become licensed, renew a permit, or solve a problem. We're working to protect Connecticut citizens from fraud, unfair business practices and physical injury from unsafe goods or services.

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Department of Consumer Protection

450 Columbus Blvd.
Suite 901
Hartford CT 06103
Phone Number: 860-713-6100

Connecticut State Department of Consumer Protection