We offer an informal complaint resolution service to Washington state residents, and to consumers with complaints about businesses located in Washington state. Through this process, we contact ...

The legal process can be confusing and often intimidating for anyone. Unfortunately, the realities and results of military service can sometimes create additional barriers to accessing our justice ...

The Solicitor General’s Office is comprised of eight attorneys and three professional staff. The office coordinates the involvement of the Attorney General’s Office in cases before the United States ...

The Attorney General’s Office requested a bill to establish a Blue-Ribbon Committee to review all exemptions to the Public Disclosure Act. Senate Bill 5435, which created the Public Records Exemptions ...

The living trust scam attempts to get you to purchase a living trust. It plays on the fear that probate costs and estate taxes will erode the value of your estate. While living trusts can be a useful ...

The following are strategies that are continuing to be used to address recruitment and retention issues as they relate to underutilization in all job groups of the Office of the Attorney General. The ...

A savvy consumer should be aware of some common misleading tactics used by car dealers. We see the tactics mentioned below as serious violations of the Washington State Consumer Protection Act and ...

The WUTC will occasionally schedule Public Comment Hearings in different case proceedings. Public Counsel prepares case information sheets for customers and members of the general public who would ...

The Attorney General’s Office Consumer Protection Division provides information on a wide range of topics of interest to consumers, including identity theft, debt management, refund rights and scams ...

When you sign a contract, in most cases you cannot change your mind and cancel. So it is always a good idea to take your time and consider your purchases carefully before you sign. However, under both ...

Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) within local communities are responsible for receiving and investigating reports of suspected child abuse and neglect. Reports are received by ...

It is important for you to identify your automotive needs and budgeting restrictions before you begin the process of obtaining a new, used, or leased car. Some general questions to ask may include: ...