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You can file a complaint and submit applications for licensing online. Filings you do not wish to make or that are not available online can be submitted via mail for processing. Department staff is available to assist with any questions at (800) 922-1594 (toll free in SC) or 803-734-4200 8:30 a.m. until 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding State holidays. You can also email general questions to scdca@scconsumer.gov.
COLUMBIA, S.C. –National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW) is a time to focus on your rights and avoiding the latest scams and identity theft schemes. NCPW is officially March 2-8, but the South…
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Scammers are continuing to try and trick people into handing over money or personal information. As we look back at the scams and identity theft reports received during 2024, the…
COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) is releasing the 2025 Homeowners Association (HOA) Complaint Report. …
COLUMBIA, S.C. –The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) urges parents to take steps to protect their children’s personal information following a data breach involving PowerSchool…
COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) urges those who are still recovering from Hurricane Helene and recent storms to take precautions when hiring a contractor…
COLUMBIA, S.C. –While South Carolinians are sharing their generosity with gift purchases and charity donations, scammers are busy trying to take advantage of your holiday cheer. The South Carolina…
COLUMBIA, S.C. – December is Identity Theft Awareness Month and the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) urges everyone to be vigilant. To help consumers keep their personal info…
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Cybersecurity can be intimidating. The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) is here to remind you that there are simple, effective ways to protect your personal…
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Fraudsters take advantage when a disaster strikes. The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) urges everyone to stay on guard as our state recovers from Hurricane…
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COLUMBIA, S.C. – Billing changes are now underway for many South Carolina residential electric customers. Two of the state’s energy providers recently increased electric rates and an additional…
COLUMBIA, S.C. – National news outlets are reporting a potential security breach involving billions of social security numbers. The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) urges…