Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection

@CTDCP

We're here to protect and educate consumers without overburdening businesses that play by the rules. Tweets by Communications Staff.

Hartford, CT

Joined June 2013

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Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection@CTDCP · Jul 14

DCP and @bbbservingct are warning the public to be cautious of unsolicited offers for roof inspections or repairs. Learn how to find a reliable roofing company: bit.ly/3TGuusd

CTDCP's tweet image. DCP and @bbbservingct are warning the public to be cautious of unsolicited offers for roof inspections or repairs.

Learn how to find a reliable roofing company: bit.ly/3TGuusd

Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection@CTDCP · Jul 11

Talking to your friends and family about how to avoid scams and fraud sounds like a great time to us. Share this article from the @FTC with your date, and help us spread the word to prevent scams. consumer.ftc.gov/articles/how-a…

CTDCP's tweet image. Talking to your friends and family about how to avoid scams and fraud sounds like a great time to us.

Share this article from the @FTC with your date, and help us spread the word to prevent scams.

consumer.ftc.gov/articles/how-a…

Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection@CTDCP · Jul 10

DraftKings has agreed to return more than $3 million to 7,000 Connecticut consumers, following a DCP Gaming Division investigation into their marketing tactics. Details here: bit.ly/4kypKzY @GovNedLamont

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Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection@CTDCP · Jul 9

The entire state of Connecticut every time a scammer tries to convince us we have overdue toll bills. Don't fall for it. That text is a scam.

Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection@CTDCP · Jul 4

Happy Independence Day! Wishing you and your family a safe and joyful 4th of July from all of us at DCP. #FourthOfJuly #IndependenceDay #PublicService #CT

CTDCP's tweet image. Happy Independence Day!

Wishing you and your family a safe and joyful 4th of July from all of us at DCP.

#FourthOfJuly #IndependenceDay #PublicService #CT

Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection@CTDCP · Jul 1

Happy Military Consumer Month! 🎖️ Every Monday this July, we'll be sharing tips & resources to help protect and empower military consumers. Follow and engage with us to learn more. @MilConsumer @FTC @CTNationalGuard

CTDCP's tweet image. Happy Military Consumer Month! 🎖️

Every Monday this July, we'll be sharing tips &amp; resources to help protect and empower military consumers.

Follow and engage with us to learn more.

@MilConsumer @FTC @CTNationalGuard

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Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection@CTDCP · Jun 4

Happy Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈 To all those celebrating around the state, let this month be a time of reflection, celebration, and love. Each week this month, we’re highlighting the history and impact of LGBTQ+ contributions to protecting consumers. Follow along & learn with us!

CTDCP's tweet image. Happy Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈

To all those celebrating around the state, let this month be a time of reflection, celebration, and love.

Each week this month, we’re highlighting the history and impact of LGBTQ+ contributions to protecting consumers. Follow along &amp; learn with us!

Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection@CTDCP · Jun 3

SCAM ‼️There have been reports of fraudulent text messages and calls being sent to residents. We DO NOT contact residents regarding violations or toll fees via text or phone.⚠️DO NOT click the links⚠️ @CTDCP @CT_STATE_POLICE @CTStateCourts

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Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection@CTDCP · May 26

Happy Memorial Day, Connecticut. Today, we pause to remember and honor the courageous men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. May we carry their legacy forward with gratitude and a commitment to the values they fought to protect.

CTDCP's tweet image. Happy Memorial Day, Connecticut.

Today, we pause to remember and honor the courageous men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

May we carry their legacy forward with gratitude and a commitment to the values they fought to protect.

Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection@CTDCP · May 2

May 7th is the REAL ID deadline. (A new requirement for domestic flights) If you still need one, be wary of REAL ID scams looking to steal personal information🚫 Remember: You can only obtain a REAL ID through your local DMV✅ For more information: bit.ly/42oqWQu

Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection@CTDCP · Apr 30

Job scams are on the rise—consumer losses jumped from $90M in 2020 to $501M in 2024. ⚠️ Scammers text, email, or post fake job opportunities to trick you into applying and handing over sensitive info. Don't fall for an offer that seems too good to be true.

CTDCP's tweet image. Job scams are on the rise—consumer losses jumped from $90M in 2020 to $501M in 2024. ⚠️

Scammers text, email, or post fake job opportunities to trick you into applying and handing over sensitive info. Don't fall for an offer that seems too good to be true.

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Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection@CTDCP · Apr 25

Gerber Products Company initiated a recall and discontinuation of all batches of GERBER® SOOTHE N CHEW® TEETHING STICKS due to a possible choking hazard. The affected products are in the flavors Strawberry Apple and Banana. They were sold nationwide. 🔗 bit.ly/3GlJpVp

CTDCP's tweet image. Gerber Products Company initiated a recall and discontinuation of all batches of GERBER® SOOTHE N CHEW® TEETHING STICKS due to a possible choking hazard.
The affected products are in the flavors Strawberry Apple and Banana. They were sold nationwide.
🔗 bit.ly/3GlJpVp

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Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection@CTDCP · Apr 18

Happy National Exercise Day 🏋️‍♀️ Are you planning to join a health club? Before you do, check out these #SmartConsumer enrollment tips to best navigate the enrollment process: Check out this article for more tips👇 🔗 bit.ly/2XSwwqb

CTDCP's tweet image. Happy National Exercise Day 🏋️‍♀️ Are you planning to join a health club? Before you do, check out these #SmartConsumer enrollment tips to best navigate the enrollment process:

Check out this article for more tips👇
🔗 bit.ly/2XSwwqb

Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection@CTDCP · Apr 16

Did you get this latest toll scam?

SState of Connecticut DMV@CTDMV · Apr 16

SCAM‼️Residents are receiving fraudulent text messages regarding unpaid toll bills. ⚠️CT DMV will NOT suspend your registration for having unpaid toll bills ⚠️DO NOT click the links ➡️If you think you may have an outstanding toll bill, reach out to the state’s tolling agency

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State of Connecticut DMV@CTDMV · Apr 16

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Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection@CTDCP · Apr 4

Happy #FinancialLiteracyMonth, Connecticut! Now’s the time to sharpen your money skills & protect yourself from scams. Visit Consumer.gov for free and easy tips on budgeting, avoiding fraud, and staying safe from identity theft. #SmartConsumer #FraudPrevention

Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection@CTDCP · Apr 3

❗Recall Alert ❗ Tony's Chocolonely Inc. is recalling 7 lots of chocolate bars as the products may contain small stones. Stones may have not been filtered during third-party almond harvesting and/or processing. For more details about the retail: bit.ly/3RvAWkC

CTDCP's tweet image. ❗Recall Alert ❗

Tony's Chocolonely Inc. is recalling 7 lots of chocolate bars as the products may contain small stones. Stones may have not been filtered during third-party almond harvesting and/or processing.

For more details about the retail: bit.ly/3RvAWkC

Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection@CTDCP · Mar 29

Every month, we release a newsletter with educational tips and information about trending scams, consumer advice and more. Interested in signing up to get the latest updates to keep you and your family protected? Click on the link and sign up today. 👇 portal.ct.gov/dcp/newsletter…

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Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection@CTDCP · Mar 20

Commissioner Cafferelli joined Melissa in the Morning on @WICC600 to discuss springtime scams and tips to avoid the ongoing trends. Learn more about scams in home improvement, tax season, and job recruitment. Full interview here: bit.ly/4kBBuTn

CTDCP's tweet card. From home improvement projects to filing your taxes and finding a job, ‘tis the season for springtime scams. Commissioner Bryan Cafferelli from the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection...