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Consumer Protection Monthly Newsletter

The Department of Consumer Protection's monthly newsletter covers many topics, including the latest information on fraud and scams, DCP programs, consumer advice, and more.

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November 2025

The November newsletter covered Bitcoin ATM scams, how to safely shop online, and fraud prevention tips for veterans. 

Newsletter Archives

A Complete Archive of the Department of Consumer Protection Monthly Newsletter

Find copies of all 2025 newsletters from the Department of Consumer Protection here.

The November newsletter covered Bitcoin ATM scams, how to safely shop online, and fraud prevention tips for veterans. 

Available in:

English
Spanish
Portuguese
Polish
Chinese

The October newsletter covered chimney scams, home title fraud, and what you should know about buying a car in Connecticut.

Available in:

English
Spanish
Polish
Portuguese
Chinese

The September newsletter covered impersonation scams, "transfer it to protect it" money schemes, and what to do when you receive a text from a random number. 

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English
Spanish
Polish
Portuguese
Chinese 

The August 2025 newsletter covered what to know about hiring a HVAC company, permit application scams, and safety tips for back-to-school shopping.

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English
Spanish
Polish
Portuguese
Chinese

The July 2025 newsletter covered some important legislative updates, military rental scams, and what to do if your pharmacy is closing.

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English
Spanish
Portuguese
Polish
Chinese

The June 2025 newsletter covered Notario fraud, end-of-life planning and extortion scams.

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English
Spanish
Portuguese
Polish
Chinese

The May 2025 newsletter covered what you should know about hiring a home improvement contractor, job and employment scams and food safety tips for your summer cookouts.

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English
Spanish
Portuguese
Polish
Chinese

The April 2025 newsletter covered what you should know about safe drug disposal, jury duty scams and resources for improving your financial literacy.

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English
Spanish
Portuguese
Polish
Chinese

The March 2025 newsletter covered what you should know about weights and measures, toll scams and resources for individuals who may be struggling with gambling addiction.

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English
Spanish
Portuguese
Polish
Chinese

The February 2025 newsletter covered what you should know about buying a home in Connecticut, how to recognize and avoid a romance scam, and what you should know about hiring a tax professional.

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English
Spanish
Portuguese
Polish
Chinese

The January 2025 newsletter covered medication and supplement scams and what you should know about signing up for a gym or health club.

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English
Spanish
Portuguese
Polish
Chinese
Find copies of all 2024 newsletters from the Department of Consumer Protection here.
The December 2024 newsletter covered online shopping safety, charity scams and how to protect yourself from "smishing," a form of fraud.

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English
Spanish
Portuguese
Polish
Chinese
The November 2024 newsletter covered fraud and scam prevention for veterans, a holiday shopping scam alert, and top tips for safely unthawing your Thanksgiving turkey.

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English
Spanish
Portuguese
Polish
Chinese
The October 2024 newsletter covered Halloween safety, job scams, and cybersecurity awareness month.

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English
Spanish
Portuguese
Polish
Chinese

The September 2024 newsletter covered solar scams, utility scams, clean up and repair scams, and the DCP Cottage Foods Program.

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The August 2024 newsletter covered storm preparation, EBT scams, and a warning about illegal gambling platforms.

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