News Releases from the Department of Consumer Protection

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• Consumer Alert: In the Aftermath of Tropical Storm Isaias Consumer Protection Warns of Storm Chasers, Urges Families to Be Aware of Scammers 

• Equifax Deadline: AG Tong, Commissioner Seagull Remind Consumers of January 22 Deadline to File Initial Claim in Equifax Data Breach Settlement

• Homemaker Companion Agency Cases at Consumer Protection Increase in 2019

• Consumer Alert: Consumer Protection Encourages Consumers to Use Restaurant Gift Cards Immediately

• Fraud Alert: Consumer Protection Urges Businesses to Be Wary of Money Order Fraud

• Attorney General Tong, DCP Commissioner Seagull, Lt. Governor Bysiewicz Urge Residents to be Aware of Potential 2020 Census Scams

• AG Tong, DCP Commissioner Warn Connecticut Residents of Potential Stimulus Check Scams

• Release: Officials Urge Consumers to be Cautious When Filing Taxes

• Consumer Alert: Following a spate of recent complaints, Consumer Protection warns timeshare owners about resale scams

• State Officials Encourage Families to Secure Medication, Dispose Safely at Home

• Consumer Protection Reminds the Public: This weekend, liquor permittees may not remain open for an extra hour; COVID-19 sector rules still apply on Halloween

• Commissioner Seagull Accepts Condition Recommendations from the Board of Physicians 

• Department of Consumer Protection Announces Donation of Hydroxychloroquine

• Scam Alert: Coronavirus Inspires Scam Artists to Target Consumers

• DCP Commissioner Issues Summary Suspension for Legend's Sports Bar in Bristol