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The Department of Consumer Services protects consumers and businesses from unfair and deceptive business practices. We work to ensure the safety, accuracy and equity in products and services offered to the public.

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12-Aug-2008 Wooden Toys Recalled by Earthentree Due to Choking and Stangulation Hazards
 
 
 Baby Appleseed Recalls Cribs Due to Fall Hazard
 
 
 Horseshoe Magnets Recalled by Dowling Magnets Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
 
 
 Pacific Science Supplies Recalls Magnets Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
 
 
 Mother Hubbard's Cupboards Recalls Cribs Due to Fall Hazard
 
 
25-Jul-2008 SunL Group Inc. Recalls Youth ATV's Due to Safety Defects
 
 
 Redcat Racing Recalls Remote Controlled Toy Vehicles
 
 
 Parragon Books Recalls Children's Necklaces Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
 
 
 Its My Blinky Recalls Personalized pacifers Due to Choking Hazard
 
 
 Lip Gloss and Jewelry Sets Sold Exclusively at Wal-mart Recalled by F.A.F. Inc. Due to Risk of Lead Exposure.
 
 
 Infant garments Recalled by Rashti & Rashti
 
 
 Children's Jewelry Recalled by Bead Bazaar
 
 
 Children's Jackets and hoodies with Drawstring Recalled by Coolibar, Inc.
 
 
 Bayside Furnishings Recalls Youth Bed Toy Chests
 
 
25-Apr-2008 Taxi Industry Advisory Notice - Fuel Surcharge
 
 
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02-May-2008 Information Notice Regarding Diplomatic Tax Exemptions
 
 
07-Mar-2008 Will Your TV Work Next Year? After February 17, 2009, television stations will change the way they broadcast
 
 
20-Sep-2007 71 Pharmacies Cited for Overcharging by Department of Consumer Services
 
 
 
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