Consumer Tips and Resources
Pinellas County offers tips and resources that allow consumers to make the best decisions.
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Office of Consumer Protection
Anyone could fall victim to a scam. If you are unable to resolve a problem such as defective products, erroneous bills or non-delivery of goods or services, the dedicated employees of Pinellas County Consumer Protection can help. Consumer Protection is a division of the Human Services Department.
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Consumer Stories
- Pinellas County Consumer Protection investigation leads to criminal charges
- Pinellas County Consumer Protection helps unlicensed contractor victims file charges, receive restitution
- Consumer Protection investigation leads to arrest, $203,941 in restitution for 30 victims
- Disgruntled Contractor Takes Advantage No More
- Drug Paraphernalia Dilemma
- Scam Artist No More
Consumer Tips: Internet Purchases
Follow these tips before bidding online Do your homework. Be sure you understand what you are bidding on, its value, and all......
Consumer Resources
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Modeling Agency Regulations
Modeling agencies are required to be licensed by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation. The license must be displayed at......
Obtaining a Mortgage
Government-Insured Loans Mortgage loans are also available through three programs of the federal government: Federal Housing Administration (FHA): This mortgage insurance program......
Moving Ordinance
If you are planning on hiring a mover, remember: Pinellas County Moving Ordinance If you have any questions about movers, call (727)......
High Prescribing Health Clinic Permitting—Pain Management
Effective Oct. 1, 2024, there is a $55.00 increase in High Prescribing Health Clinic (HPHC) license fees from $1,555 to $1,610 to......
Consumer Tips: Price Gouging
Price gouging is when a business sells necessary goods or services at higher than normal prices during a state of emergency. This......
Consumer Quick Tips
A retail store must conspicuously post the return policy near the point of sale or on the receipt. Never give an uninvited......
Consumer Protection Regulations
Licenses charitable, authorized organizations, and all lessors who are involved in the conduct of Bingo, High Prescribing Health Clinics, and Adult Use......
Consumer Protection – Contracting
The following construction and home improvement contractors are required to be licensed or registered with the Pinellas Construction Licensing Board: Contractors: Alarm......