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Consumer Complaints and Protection | New York State Department of State, Division of Consumer Protection (DCP)

99 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY 12231

Eligibility

Must reside in New York State.

Hours

Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm.

800-697-1220
Voice·

Consumer Assistance Hotline

(800) 697-1220
Voice·

Intake

Application process

Call for information.

Fees

No fee.

Service area

NY

Accepts and responds to consumer complaints including gas gouging complaints and works to settle disputes and represents consumer interests before the Public Service Commission (PSC). Also develops educational programs and materials informing consumers of their rights regarding scam alerts; refunds, rebates and rain checks; identity theft and protection; do not call; and product safety and injury protection.

Data provided by

Finger Lakes Region 211

Providing organization

New York State Department of State, Division of Consumer Protection (DCP)