News & Updates

Attorney General Schwalb Issues Consumer Alert to Protect District Residents from Deepfake Telemarketing Scams

Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb today issued the below Consumer Alert to District residents, warning of sophisticated telemarketing scams that target victims with fake audio or video recordings of people they know, often asking for money to help them get out of an emergency situation.

CONSUMER ALERT: Warning 23AndMe Customers That Their Private Genetic Data May Be at Risk

Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb today issued a Consumer Alert to customers of the genetic testing company 23AndMe, warning District residents that their genetic data may be at risk after the company declared bankruptcy this week.

Topics: Consumer Alerts

Attorney General Schwalb Alerts Consumers About Eligibility for Compensation for Inflated Drug Prices

Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb is urging DC consumers to check their eligibility for compensation for certain generic drug purchases as the District joins 50 states and territories in seeking preliminary approval for a $39.1 million settlement with generic drug manufacturer Apotex over…

Attorney General Schwalb Issues Consumer Alert on What to Know When Buying a Car from a Used Car Dealership in DC

Are you looking to buy a used car from a used car dealer in the District? Used car dealers must have the required licenses and be registered with the DMV to lawfully sell used cars in the District.

Attorney General Schwalb Issues Consumer Alert on How to Avoid Charity Scams During California Wildfires

Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb today issued the below Consumer Alert warning District residents about potential scams and fraudulent charities when donating to California wildfire relief efforts.

Topics: Consumer Alerts

Ushering in 2024 at OAG

Happy 2024! It’s hard to believe that January is already drawing to a close. Here at the Office of the Attorney General (OAG), we hit the ground running, kicking off the year with a new public safety grant program and a series of successful wage theft and consumer protection cases that put…

Attorney General Schwalb Issues Consumer Alert on Rental Fees & Protections for DC Renters

Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb today issued the below Consumer Alert informing District residents about legal protections against excessive fees throughout the rental process, including caps on application fees and protections against “junk fees” after they sign a lease.  

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Attorney General Schwalb Issues Consumer Alert & Business Advisory on Price Transparency Requirements

Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb today issued the below Consumer Alert informing District residents of their right to clear information about prices before they make a purchase in the District of Columbia.  

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Attorney General Schwalb Issues Consumer Alert & Business Advisory on Federal SNAP Requirements

Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb today issued the below Consumer Alert informing District residents of their rights when making purchases through the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

Topics: Consumer Alerts

Standing Up for District Workers, Every Day

At the Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia (OAG), we’re committed to protecting the rights of District workers and ensuring that businesses compete on a level playing field.