Consumer Protection

Pinellas County is here to protect our county’s residents from falling victim to scam and help resolve issues they may encounter as a consumer.

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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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Apply for or Renew an Adult Use License

Adult use establishments in unincorporated areas of Pinellas County must obtain a license from the Office of Consumer Protection before they can......

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Request a Human Trafficking Sign for a Business

Request a human trafficking awareness and resources sign to post in your business as required by Pinellas County Ordinance Section 42-430. Learn......

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Landscape Maintenance & Fertilizer Application Certification Requirements

All landscaping professionals working in Pinellas County must complete an approved training program and display a Pinellas County vehicle decal. Landscaping professionals......

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Drug Paraphernalia Dilemma

Human Services Spotlight Series #21 Protecting Our Children In February 2021, an Oldsmar resident watched a vehicle pull up to his home......

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Vacation Rentals vs COVID-19

Pinellas County Human Services | Spotlight Series Issue #15 Sometime during January of 2020, the Complainant booked a vacation rental (condo) in......

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Burial Program for Indigent and Unclaimed Persons

Pinellas County’s Burial and Cremation Program may be available to assist eligible families with the cost of cremation. Families will be screened......

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