Division of Consumer Protection

Consumer Assistance Unit: is staffed five days a week, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. to receive consumer complaints via our toll free complaint hotline @ 1-800-697-1220 and our web site at www.nysconsumer.gov.

The mission of the Division of Consumer Protection is to protect, educate and represent consumers in an ever changing economy. From educating the public on marketplace scams prevention to advocating consumers interest before legislative and regulatory bodies, the Division of Consumer Protection protects the interest of New York State consumers. The Division also resolves thousands of consumer complaints through voluntary mediation between the public and businesses.