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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Managing Your Finances During a Crisis
The Coronavirus is not just a threat to our health, but for many it’s now effecting our finances. It’s challenging to manage......
Consumer Tips: Finding a Home
Home Inspections Defects often go unnoticed by the average person. Before hiring a qualified individual to inspect the home, experts recommend that......
Landlord Tenant Information
Lease or Rental Agreement The landlord and tenant are equal parties in an agreement or lease to rent real property. Before signing,......
Adult Use Establishments
The Office of Consumer Protection manages licensing for adult use establishments. Effective Oct. 1, 2024, there is a $59.00 increase in Adult......
Bingo Ordinance
During October 1997, Pinellas County enacted the Pinellas County Bingo Ordinance (Pinellas County Code Section 10-61). Anyone conducting bingo or leasing premises......
Car Repair Regulations
Motor vehicle repair shops must be registered with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Consumers must be provided with a......
Pinellas County Access Portal
If you have questions or require assistance with the Pinellas County Access Portal, please contact us, or visit the page for the......
Contact Us About the Pinellas County Access Portal
You can visit the Pinellas County Access Portal to find the status of your building permit (instructions), to schedule building inspections and......
Apply for or Renew a Bingo License
The Pinellas County Bingo Ordinance requires that anyone who conducts bingo or leases premises for the conduct of bingo must first obtain......
Submit a Complaint about a Business
If you have a problem with any business transaction, you can file a complaint online or by emailing consumer@pinellas.gov. If you have......