State and Local Consumer Agencies in California
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State Consumer Protection Offices
California Bureau of Automotive RepairWebsite:E-mail:Toll-Free:1-800-952-5210 (Consumer Questions) |
California Department of Consumer AffairsWebsite:E-mail:Phone Number:916-445-1254 Toll-Free:1-800-952-5210 TTY:1-800-326-2297 |
California Office of the Attorney GeneralWebsite:Phone Number:916-322-3360 Toll-Free:1-800-952-5225 TTY:1-800-735-2929 |
Contractors State License BoardWebsite:Phone Number:916-255-3900 (Headquarters) Toll-Free:1-800-321-2752 |
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County Consumer Protection Offices
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County Consumer Protection OfficesContra Costa County District Attorney's OfficeWebsite:Phone Number:925-957-8604 |
Fresno County District Attorney's OfficeWebsite:E-mail:Phone Number:559-600-3156 |
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Kern County District Attorney's OfficeWebsite:E-mail:Phone Number:661-868-2340 |
Los Angeles County Department of Consumer AffairsWebsite:E-mail:Phone Number:213-974-1452 Toll-Free:1-800-593-8222 (L.A. County) TTY:213-626-0913 |
Marin County District Attorney's OfficeWebsite:Phone Number:415-473-6495 TTY:415-473-3232 |
Monterey County District Attorney's OfficeWebsite:Phone Number:831-647-7770 Napa County District Attorney's OfficeWebsite:E-mail:Phone Number:707-253-4059 (Hotline) Toll-Free:1-800-464-4211 |
Orange County District Attorney's OfficeWebsite:Phone Number:714-834-3600 |
San Diego County District Attorney's OfficeWebsite:Phone Number:619-531-4040 |
San Francisco County District Attorney's OfficeWebsite:Phone Number:415-551-9595 |
San Mateo County District Attorney's OfficeWebsite:Phone Number:650-363-4651 |
Santa Clara County District Attorney's OfficeWebsite:E-mail:Phone Number:408-792-2880 |
Santa Cruz County District Attorney's OfficeWebsite:E-mail:Phone Number:831-454-2050 |
Santa Barbara County District Attorney's OfficeWebsite:Phone Number:805-346-7540
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San Luis Obispo County District Attorney's Office
Website:Phone Number:805-781-5856 |
Solano County District Attorney's OfficeWebsite:E-mail:Phone Number:707-784-6859 |
Stanislaus County District Attorney's OfficeWebsite:Phone Number:209-525-5550 |
Ventura County District Attorney's OfficeWebsite:Phone Number:805-662-1750 (Consumer Fraud) |
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City Consumer Protection Offices
Los Angeles City Attorney's OfficeWebsite:Phone Number:213-978-8040 |
San Diego City Attorney's OfficeWebsite:E-mail:Phone Number:619-533-5500 |
Santa Monica City Attorney's OfficeWebsite:E-mail:Phone Number:310-458-8336 TTY:310-458-8696 |
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Banking Authorities
The officials listed in this section regulate and supervise state-chartered banks. Many of them handle or refer problems and complaints about other types of financial institutions as well. Some also answer general questions about banking and consumer credit. If you are dealing with a federally chartered bank, check Federal Agencies.
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California Department of Business Oversight, Sacramento, CAWebsite:Phone Number:916-327-7585 Toll-Free:1-866-275-2677 |
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Insurance Regulators
Each state has its laws and regulations for each type of insurance. The officials listed in this section enforce these laws. Many of these offices can also provide you with information to help you make informed insurance buying decisions.
California Department of Insurance, Los Angeles, CAWebsite:Toll-Free:1-800-927-4357 TTY:1-800-482-4833 |
California Department of Managed Health CareWebsite:Toll-Free:1-888-466-2219 TTY:1-877-688-9891 |
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Securities Administrators
Each state has its own laws and regulations for securities brokers and securities - including stocks, mutual funds, commodities, real estate, etc. The officials and agencies listed in this section enforce these laws and regulations. Many of these offices can also provide information to help you make informed investment decisions.
California Department of Business Oversight, Sacramento, CAWebsite:Toll-Free:1-866-275-2677 |
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Utility Commissions
State Utility Commissions regulate services and rates for gas, electricity, and telephones within your state. In some states, the utility commissions regulate other services such as water, transportation, and the moving of household goods. Many utility commissions handle consumer complaints. Sometimes, if some complaints are received about the same utility matter, they will conduct investigations.
California Public Utilities CommissionWebsite:E-mail:Phone Number:415-703-2782 Toll-Free:1-800-649-7570 TTY:1-866-836-7825 |
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