Responsible for inspecting and testing all weighing and measuring devices used for commercial purposes in the county. Licenses and inspects all precious metals dealers in the county and registers all gasoline stations and distributors. Checks packaged commodities for weight compliance. Performs water contamination tests on all gasolines. Handles consumer complaints regarding inaccurate weighing and measuring devices, shortweight or shortmeasure purchases, and contaminated gasoline. Addresses inquires about the sale of fuel, oil, coal, firewood, or any other commodity sold by weight or measure. Call for detailed information.

Works to give consumers the information they need to understand the terms of their agreements with financial companies.

Provides assistance to people regarding various complaints about civil rights issues. Speakers available.

Assists individuals who want to file a complaint about foundation-based, non-profits, consumer protection, and health care agencies, issues of safety, unethical behavior, etc.

Accepts and investigates consumer fraud reports including reports about charities and nonprofits. Also the state counsel and Medicaid fraud unit. Provides assistance to victims of crimes that happened within New York State.

Accepts and investigates consumer fraud reports including reports about charities and nonprofits. Also the state counsel and Medicaid fraud unit. Provides assistance to victims of crimes that happened within New York State.

Accepts and investigates consumer fraud reports including reports about charities and nonprofits. Also the state counsel and Medicaid fraud unit. Provides assistance to victims of crimes that happened within New York State.

Processes consumer complaints against insurance companies, agents, brokers and adjusters, answers inquiries concerning insurance and performs certain investigative activities. Conducts investigations, gathers evidence and effects arrests for insurance frauds and related crimes. Educate and protect users of financial products and services, and ensures that users are provided with timely, accurate and understandable information.

Accepts and investigates consumer fraud reports including reports about charities and nonprofits. Also the state counsel and Medicaid fraud unit. Provides assistance to victims of crimes that happened within New York State.

Accepts and investigates consumer fraud reports including reports about charities and nonprofits. Also the state counsel and Medicaid fraud unit. Provides assistance to victims of crimes that happened within New York State.

Assists individuals who want to file a complaint about foundation-based, non-profits, consumer protection, and health care agencies, issues of safety, unethical behavior, etc.

Responsible for enforcing the provisions of the Communications Act, the Commission's rules, orders, and various licensing terms and conditions. The mission is to investigate and respond quickly to potential unlawful conduct.

Assists individuals who want to file a complaint about foundation-based, non-profits, consumer protection, and health care agencies, issues of safety, unethical behavior, etc.

Prosecutes businesses and individuals engaged in fraudulent, misleading, deceptive or illegal trade practices.

Assists individuals who want to file a complaint about foundation-based, non-profits, consumer protection, and health care agencies, issues of safety, unethical behavior, etc.

Receives and evaluates consumer complaints, applies protection laws, and mediates during resolutions. Utility Company complaints also appropriate for this office.

Issues licenses to home improvement contractors and handles consumer complaints about work done in Suffolk County in these trades. Resolves home improvement complaints, division investigators advise consumers of their rights as well as offers CE courses. Call for more detailed information.

As head of the Department of Law, the Attorney General is both the “People's Lawyer” and the State's chief legal officer. As the “People's Lawyer,” the Attorney General serves as the guardian of the legal rights of the citizens of New York, its organizations and its natural resources. In their role as the State's chief legal counsel, the Attorney General not only advises the Executive branch of State government, but also defends actions and proceedings on behalf of the State. The Attorney General serves all New Yorkers in numerous matters affecting their daily lives. The Attorney General's Office is charged with the statutory and common law powers to protect consumers and investors, charitable donors, the public health and environment, civil rights, and the rights of wage-earners and businesses across the State. The Attorney General's authority also includes the activities and investigations of the State Organized Crime Task Force and Medicaid Fraud Control Unit. While the Attorney General acts independently of the Governor, the Governor or a state agency may request the Attorney General to undertake specific criminal investigations and prosecutions.

Responsible for inspecting and testing all weighing and measuring devices used for commercial purposes in the county. Licenses and inspects all precious metals dealers in the county and registers all gasoline stations and distributors. Checks packaged commodities for weight compliance. Performs water contamination tests on all gasolines. Handles consumer complaints regarding inaccurate weighing and measuring devices, shortweight or shortmeasure purchases, and contaminated gasoline. Addresses inquires about the sale of fuel, oil, coal, firewood, or any other commodity sold by weight or measure. Call for detailed information.

Prosecutes and defends the interests of New York State residents in areas including crime, consumerism, environment, public/charitable institutions, real estate, landlord/tenant rights, health care, etc. Offers a wide range of consumer guides and handles appropriate complaints or refer complainant to the correct government.

Consumer Protection receives and investigates complaints, initiates investigations of fraud and/or unfair dealings. Public education on consumer frauds and scams.

Assists individuals who want to file a complaint about foundation-based, non-profits, consumer protection, and health care agencies, issues of safety, unethical behavior, etc.

Assists individuals with filing complaints, investigates and mediates consumer complaints against Westchester businesses.

Develops informational materials on current consumer issues, available in print or on the internet, and conducts informational programs. Offers presentations on issues such as consumer scams, senior citizen consumer issues, identity theft, internet safety, and financial literacy.

Issues licenses to home improvement contractors and handles consumer complaints about work done in Suffolk County in these trades. Resolves home improvement complaints, division investigators advise consumers of their rights as well as offers CE courses. Call for more detailed information.