The Attorney General is the official in the State of Texas who is responsible for protecting consumers and businesses by enforcing the Deceptive Trade Practices Act and other consumer and business protection legislation. The website of the Office of the Attorney General contains a wealth of information for consumers, along with complaint forms, hotline numbers, and links to other state, local, and federal agencies who may be of assistance.
The information covers a wide range of consumer issues, including debt collection, frauds and scams, identify theft, mortgage fraud, price gouging, and tenants’ rights, and each topic is explained in an easy to understand format.
While it is often necessary to consult an attorney to take specific action in an individual case, the information available from the Office of the Attorney General is a good starting place to educate yourself about your consumer rights under the laws of the State of Texas and the Federal government.