Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection

🤔 Have you been offered a government grant to help with your personal needs? Scammers are posing as government agencies to try to gain access to your bank account and personal information. ✅ Learn more by reading the @FTC article below: bit.ly/4bthGxR

Ever won a prize that you never signed up to win? That could be a scam trying to get personal information from you. Don’t let scammers take advantage of you. Learn more about “you’ve won a prize” scams by reading the @FTC article below ⬇️ bit.ly/4rvAMcz

The best treasure this St. Patrick’s Day isn’t gold — it’s a sober driver. Plan your safe ride home and keep the celebration going! 💚 Buzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving.

There are two ways to protect your EBT benefits from criminals. The first is by calling 1-888-328-2666 and changing your PIN. The second is by using the new security feature on MyDSS. mydss.ct.gov/dmg/

Every day, AI gets smarter and more advanced, and so do the scammers who are using it. The BBB reports that scammers are taking advantage of AI by cloning your boss, family member, or friend's voice to trick you. Read the article below: bit.ly/3N24B6B

🚨Online Scam Alert 🚨 The BBB has received reports regarding a product called LipoMax, marketed as the “pink salt trick” on social media. To learn more, read the BBB's article below: bit.ly/3XfYkpe

📞 Getting calls about a debt you don’t recognize? Scammers often pose as debt collectors to pressure you into paying money you may not even owe. Read the @FTC article below to learn your rights, how to verify a debt, and how to protect yourself 👇 bit.ly/4cWPSnN

Looking for extra cash with a side hustle? Scammers are advertising fake gigs, promising big pay and flexible hours but are trying to steal your money and personal information. Read how to spot and avoid side hustle scams before you take an offer. 👇 bit.ly/4cWcF34

If you, too, are replacing 9 windows and 6 doors, make sure to get three quotes and verify the home improvement contractor's credentials on eLicense.✔️ Contracts should outline project summary, timeline, and payment schedule. 🏡

Did you get a text from the DMV about unpaid traffic citations? Don't reply, it's a scam 🚫 The DMV will never text you about unpaid violations. Find out more ⬇️ bit.ly/4rfa33I

Please be aware that scam text messages about unresolved traffic citations are currently circulating. These messages are fraudulent. We do not notify residents via text regarding the status of unpaid violations. If you receive such a message, please ignore and delete it.

Happy Weights and Measures Week! Our Weights and Measures Inspectors help to ensure that every gallon of gas, every pound of produce, and every drop of heating oil is measured accurately in CT. DCP believes that consumers should receive exactly what they are paying for ✅

🚨Avoid Home Improvement Scams this Spring! 🚨 ✅ Always ask for a contractor’s license number, verify it on elicense.ct.gov, and never pay without a contract. Looking for more tips? Check out the article below 👇 bit.ly/3oSjJ6D

The best way to take part in #NationalConsumerProtectionWeek: stay up to date with common scam trends The @FTC is hosting a free webinar on helping communities spot, avoid, and report top scams. Join today at 1 pm: bit.ly/3MW4UiW

When you realize you gave your payment info to a scammer... If this happens to you: call your bank, monitor your accounts, and report fraud to reportfraud.ftc.gov 📷 NBC

❗#SmartConsumer Alert❗ Free trials can turn into paid subscriptions if you don’t cancel on time. ✅ Always check the terms, track your charges, and cancel before the auto renewal date to avoid surprise fees. Learn more from the @FTC below: bit.ly/46rr3wi

Scammers are sending fake messages claiming you’re owed a tax refund to steal your information. The IRS will not ask you for personal info over text/email. If you get one of these messages, don’t click any links. Read the full consumer alert below: 🔗 bit.ly/4tS60gA

To our staff, licensees, and consumers: we wish you and your families a Happy President's Day.

Consumers running to eLicense to verify their accountant's license Working with an unlicensed accountant may lead to an incomplete or improper filing. Run to confirm that your accountant is licensed ➡️ bit.ly/3CyZhSO

Romance scammers use deceptive tactics to intentionally steal your heart. Then they take your money. If someone you met online asks you to pay for a health, travel, or legal issue: Don't reply, it's a scam 🚫 Learn more: bit.ly/4rdDq7C