News & Updates
Consumer Alert: Looking for a Place to Rent in D.C.? Watch Out for Fake Listings & Rental Fee Scams
Are you a new renter looking online for a place to live in DC? The District is a great place to live and work, but finding housing can be difficult. Recently, there has been an increase in rental scams targeting out-of-town renters, short-term renters, and students. If you are looking for a new…
DC Joins VP Harris at White House to Address Opioid Crisis
Earlier this week, I met with Vice President Kamala Harris, Dr. Rahul Gupta, Director of the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, and seven other state AGs at the White House to discuss state and federal efforts to address the opioid crisis—a crisis that has caused immense harm in…
Consumer Alert: Payments on Federal Student Loans Will Resume in October
In response to the COVID-19 emergency, the federal government paused student loan payments and set interest rates to 0% for eligible federal student loans. The national COVID-19 emergency ended on May 11, 2023, and Congress recently passed a law preventing further extensions of the payment pause…
Owners of Four Apartment Complexes in DC Ordered to Fix Hazardous Living Conditions
The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) works tirelessly to ensure District residents are safe in their homes. When landlords and property managers violate tenants’ rights and ignore health and safety requirements, our team springs into action.
Consumer Alert: DC Restaurants Are Barred from Charging Deceptive Fees
The District’s Consumer Protection Procedures Act grants District consumers the right to complete, accurate, and timely information whenever they purchase goods or services—including when they place orders at restaurants.
Worker Alert: Noncompete Provisions Are Now Illegal for Many DC Workers
The Office of Attorney General encourages DC workers to review their employment contracts and contact our office if they believe an employer may be violating a new law on noncompetes.
Consumer Alert: Don’t Get Scammed This Tax Season
The Office of Attorney General is committed to holding predatory businesses and individuals accountable, while helping residents avoid unnecessary fees, tax scams, and other pitfalls.
Consumer Alert: You May Qualify for Free Tax Preparation
Consumers often spend hundreds of dollars for tax preparation services when they could get free help through IRS-trained volunteers.
Consumer Alert: Questions and Answers on Abortion Care and Freedom of Expression in the District of Columbia
At the Office of Attorney General, we stand up for people’s rights, including their rights to access health care and to peacefully protest.
Financial Safety During the Holidays: Tips to Avoid Being Scammed this Season
Whether you’re shopping online or in person, every year thousands of people become victims of holiday scams.