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State of California Department of Justice
Rob Bonta
Attorney General
Attorney General
Gender-based price differences for substantially similar consumer products violate California law. If you spot a difference, you can make a difference by reporting violations to our office
Help protect yourself and your loved ones from fraud. Check out our tips and topics to learn about common scams and other consumer issues.
If you would like to report a complaint about a business, check the complaint referral table to find the government agency that regulates that business. You can report your complaint directly to that regulating agency.
If your complaint is not against a business that is regulated by another agency, then you may file a complaint with the Attorney General’s Office using the Complaint Against Business form below. Complaints are used by the Attorney General’s Office to learn about misconduct and to determine whether to investigate a company. However, the Attorney General’s Office cannot provide legal advice or assistance to individuals.
If you think a business has committed fraud or a crime, please tell your local district attorney’s office or your City Attorney.
If you need legal advice or representation, we suggest that you consult with an attorney. The Attorney General cannot provide you with legal advice or represent you in personal legal actions.
You may obtain a referral to a certified lawyer referral service by contacting the State Bar at (866) 442-2529 (toll-free in California) or (415) 538-2250 (from outside California), or via the State Bar of California website.
If you cannot afford an attorney, you may wish to contact your local legal aid office. For a referral, please visit http://lawhelpca.org/ and click on the Find Legal Help tab.
Members of the armed forces and their dependents can also obtain legal assistance from their local JAG legal assistance office, http://legalassistance.law.af.mil/content/locator.php
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