Here you will learn how we fight consumer fraud, how to protect yourself from cons and scams, and who to contact if you've been victimized. CPD protects consumers and honest businesses from unfair business practices, ranging from a deceptive sales pitch by a local car dealer to a major price-fixing conspiracy among international corporations.
Consumer fraud is a preventable crime.
By learning about current rip-offs in the marketplace and by following basic tips on smart consumer behavior, you can protect yourself and help us protect all the consumers of Los Angeles. Our website changes periodically, so plan to join us often. The Consumer Protection Division Acknowledgment of Adobe, Microsoft Internet Explorer, or Netscape on this site does not constitute the County's support or endorsement of its products or services.