Enforcing Utah's consumer protection laws and educating the public as a Division of the Utah Department of Commerce. Spot a scam and you can stop a scam.
The Utah Division of Consumer Protection works to strengthen trust in Utah’s commercial activities by protecting consumers through education and impartial enforcement. #EnforceAndInform#ConsumerProtection
Scam Alert: Watch out for text or email scams that impersonate government agencies like the "DMV text". Government officials do not request payment via text message or through unconventional methods. #EnforceAndInform#ConsumerProtection
The Division of Consumer Protection works to strengthen trust in Utah’s commercial activities by protecting consumers through education and impartial enforcement. #EnforceAndInform#ConsumerProtection
Solar Sales were the third highest consumer complaint in 2025 for deceptive business practices or fraud. Read all contracts before agreeing to them. Ask someone you trust about their experience before making a purchase. #ConsumerProtection
Scam Alert: Watch out for scammers posing as government officials. If you get a message you think seems unusual ask someone you trust or call the agency directly to confirm if the message is real. #EnforceAndInform#ConsumerProtection
Utah is leading the way in responsible pro-human #AI tools. The Division of Consumer Protection has a key role in empowering and protecting consumers. #EnforceAndInform
Scam Alert: Government officials never ask for money over the phone or with payment in gift cards. Safeguard your personal information. #EnforceAndInform#ConsumerProtection
A $7.4 billion settlement against Purdue and the Sacklers takes effect today. $55,140,193.07 of the settlement will come to Utah for addiction treatment and prevention. #EnforceAndInform#ConsumerProtection#DCP
Protect Yourself Against Scammers: Get multiple quotes, talk to neighbors and friends, verify credentials, read the contract, and protect your personal information. #EnforceAndInform#DCP
Home remodeling and repair scams were our #1 complaint in 2025.
Do your research on contractors before signing agreements or giving them money. Check our Buyer Beware site to see if there are any citations against them: https://t.co/SHUMDomsMB...
Two of our investigators spoke to senior citizens at the Teton Wealth Group to discuss many of the scams and fraudulent threats targeting people over age 65.
Utah is expected to receive $55 million from the Purdue/Sackler opioid settlement. The funds will be used for addiction treatment, prevention, and recovery to communities across the country.
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Planning your next vacation? Be cautious of vacation scams!
“I would be suspicious of any text message or any call that is inviting me to participate in any type of travel vacation deal. It’s most likely a scam." #EnforceAndInform#DCP
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Home remodeling and repair scams were our #1 complaint in 2025. Do your research on contractors before signing agreements or giving them money. Check our Buyer Beware site to see if they have any citations against them: https://t.co/Xcezm6Hhra
Protect Yourself Against Scammers: Get multiple quotes, talk to neighbors and friends, verify credentials, read the contract, and protect your personal information. #EnforceAndInform#DCP
Warmer weather means door-to-door salesmen are making their rounds. Pay attention to red flags and know what you are agreeing to when signing a contract.
“Ask for all contracts in writing. Have them send them to you via email.”
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The Director of Consumer Protection, Katie Hass spoke to residents in Weber County about the risks of fraud, scams, and deceptive business practices.
Check out our Buyer Beware List on our website before you sign a contract with a business: https://t.co/SHUMDomsMB...