The Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) works to make sure that the marketplace is fair for everyone. It helps solve any problems consumers might have with products or services. It checks and licenses businesses and professionals, making sure they are qualified and do not mislead consumers.
DCP oversees the following sectors:
Find instructions to renew your licenses and permits.
Licenses, permits, and registration forms
Find information on licenses, permits, and registrations for various professions and activities.
Occupational and professional licensing division
Learn about professional licensing in CT. Licensing ensures that only qualified individuals practice, ensuring public safety.
Learn about real estate licensing in Connecticut. Find license applications for appraisers, brokers, managers, and more.
Learn about real estate licensing in Connecticut. Find license applications for appraisers, brokers, managers, and more.
Find resources for resolving disputes between consumers and businesses. File a complaint online against a business or an individual in Connecticut.
DCP handles the following complaints:
Find guidance on safely selling and serving alcohol in Connecticut, and get information on liquor permits, filing complaints, and regulatory information.
Learn how the division regulates the distribution of legal drugs, medical devices, and cosmetics. Also learn about licensing, prescription monitoring, and safe drug practices.
Learn more about Adult-Use Cannabis in Connecticut, including the latest news, consumer alerts, addiction prevention, and laws.
Explore Connecticut's Medical Marijuana Program for patients, caregivers, and physicians.
Prescription monitoring program
The Prescription Monitoring Program tracks prescription data to improve patient care, reduce abuse, and ensure safe medication use in Connecticut.
Connecticut's Hemp Program licenses manufacturers of hemp products. Apply online and pay a $50 initial fee. A $250 renewal applies every two years.
The Drug Control Division oversees pharmacy practices. The division conducts audits, and enforces drug-related laws to prevent the misuse of controlled substances.
Find resources on drug and pharmacy licensing, learn about drug control laws, get live support, and much more.
Fuel and energy resources information
Learn about the rules and regulations for gasoline and motor fuels. DFS ensures that gasoline and firewood are measured correctly.
Weight and measurement standards
Discover how DCP promotes fair and accurate transactions.
Explore the Metrology lab, which ensures accurate measurements for businesses, government, and schools.
Learn how DCP ensures safe food distribution by regulating, inspecting, and licensing food-related businesses in the state.
The Gaming Division in Connecticut makes sure all gambling is fair and honest. The division gives licenses, makes rules, and helps consumers with problems and questions.
Discover how your town manages bingo, bazaar, and raffle games.
Register, renew, or check your charity registration status. Find resources for charities, consumers, and paid solicitors.
Gaming revenue statistics and documents
Find detailed data on Connecticut's gaming revenue, regulations, and historical statistics, from tribal compacts to online gaming trends.
Home improvement info and resources
Guidance on home improvement and rules for consumers and contractors, including a fund for protection against contractor-related financial loss.
The Department of Consumer Protection may help pay you back for problems or issues with home building, home improvement, real estate, and gym memberships.
Check out Connecticut's Lemon Law Program for help with car issues. It helps solve problems between customers and car makers, possibly leading to a new car or refund.
Discover how DCP ensures safe toys, furniture, and children's items. Find information on recalls and product safety.
Real estate information for consumers
This page provides information on real estate in Connecticut, including property reports, complaints, foreclosure assistance, and landlord-tenant laws. Contact dcp.realestate@ct.gov for more info. For appraiser-related matters please contact DCP.RealEstateAppraisal@ct.gov .
Homemaker companion agencies (HCA)
Register or reinstate your registration as a homemaker companion agency. Learn how to conduct business in CT as an HCA.
