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• The “Grandparents” Scam

  Seniors are so often the targets of family emergency scams that they’ve earned the nickname, “the grandparents scam.” Before you send money, take a deep breath and do some quick checking to make sure you don’t fall victim.

• The Imposter Scams

  A prerecorded phone call tells you that you that you owe tax money and will be arrested, prosecuted or face other legal action if you do not immediately send funds. Before you act, read these Quick Tips to avoid falling victim to this pervasive, nationwide scam.

• Mortgage Assistance Scams

  These scams usually begin with an offer that seems too good to be true but, in all scenarios, the homeowner ends up in a worse financial situation and often loses the home. Use these Quick Tips to learn how to avoid mortgage assistance scams.

• Mortgage Scam: Spanish-Speaking Homeowners Targeted

  A nationwide scam operating from the Dominican Republic, but pretending to be based out of Chicago, was calling Spanish-speaking distressed homeowners in the United States. Use these Quick Tips to learn about the scam and to avoid falling victim.

• Phishing

  “Phishing" is the fraudulent attempt by individuals to obtain personally identifiable information from the public at large by sending millions of emails randomly to anyone with an email address. Learn how to avoid phishing scams with these Quick Tips.

• Social Security Fraud

  Tips on how to avoid being scammed by fraudsters who falsely claim to be Social Security employees.

• Identity Theft

  These days, you can never be too careful when it comes to protecting your identity. Help protect your identity, and learn where to turn if you've fallen victim to an identity thief, with these Quick Tips.

• Attorney General Statement Regarding Secretary Of The State’s Request For Legal Opinion

• Jeffrey Garfield, Esq., Elections Enforcement Commission, 2000-020 Formal Opinion, Attorney General of Connecticut

  You have asked what regulatory authority the Elections Enforcement Commission ("EEC") has with respect to alleged violations of Conn. Gen. Stat. §2-30a(b), which provides in relevant part: "No expenditure of state funds shall be made to influence electors to vote for or against any such proposed constitutional amendment."

• The Honorable John J. Armstrong and The Honorable Barbara Waters, Department of Correction and Department of Administrative Services, 2000-027 Formal Opinion, Attorney General of Connecticut

  This opinion responds to Commissioner Armstrong’s request for advice regarding the Department of Correction's leave policy for employees who participate in the military reserves or National Guard. Because his question concerns the implementation of a General Notice issued by the Department of Administrative Services, we address this advice to both of you.

• Attorney General Disappointed DPUC Failed To Further Decrease Aquarion Water Rate Increase

• Buying a Used Car?

  But before you buy a used car, read these Quick Tips and find out what protections are available to you under the law.

• Automobile Repair in Connecticut

  Learn about automobile repair, licensing and estimates in Connecticut with these Quick Tips.

• Credit Reports & Scores

  Learn about credit reports, credit scores and your rights under the law with these Quick Tips.

• Foreclosure Prevention and Loan Modification Assistance

  Click here for resources available to consumers attempting to achieve loan modifications and avoid foreclosure.