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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The Office of Consumer Protection is Here to Help
Investigation of used auto dealership fraudster results in order of restitution for victims Beginning 2015 and continuing through 2018, multiple consumers purchased......
Emergency Information
In the case of a large-scale emergency in Pinellas County, this page will be updated on an ongoing basis. In the case......
Pinellas Update: County Consumer Protection warns against price gouging
Because Pinellas County is included in the governor’s state of emergency declaration for Tropical Storm Ian, residents and visitors are protected by......
CONSUMER ALERT
Beware of Health Insurance Fraud People offering free health insurance to individuals with very low or no income. Approaching homeless individuals at......
Consumer Protection Helpful Videos
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What can you do? Call Consumer Protection
Human Services Spotlight Series #27 A Pinellas homeowner used a Facebook ad to guide her to a company who could repaint her......
Beware of Unlicensed Contractors
Human Services Spotlight Series #26 The Contractor wanted an additional $15M with no work done … red flag… A Pinellas County homeowner......
Abandoned Residential Construction Projects Card
How will Florida law help me if I pay a deposit and the work never starts?...
Pinellas County Health Program Brochure
Brochure on the Pinellas County Health Program and available resources for Pinellas County residents....
Post-Disaster Consumer Tips – en Español
Be wary of any company that uses scare tactics and misrepresentation to sell a product....