Consumer Protection and Antitrust Unit
Consumer Education Resources
One of the best ways to protect yourself from scams and misleading business practices is education. Below are some resources that consumers can use to protect themselves through education.
Education & Common Scams:
10 Steps to Take After Identity Theft
Lottery, Prize, Sweepstakes Scams
Family Emergency Scams (the "Grandparent Scam")
Being asked to make payment with a prepaid gift card? - Don't do it
Risks of Visiting Content Theft Websites
Wyoming Consumer Laws:
Wyoming Consumer Protection Act, 40-12-101 through 114
Promotional Advertising of Prizes, 40-12-201 through 209
Telephone Solicitation, 40-12-301 through 305
Commercial Electronic Mail, 40-12-401 through 404
Credit Freeze Reports, 40-12-501 through 509
Use of Arrest Photographs, 40-12-601
Multilevel and Pyramid Distributorships, 40-3-101 through 125
Wyoming "Antitrust" Statute, 40-4-101 through 123
Wyoming "Lemon Law" Statute, 40-17-101
*The Wyoming Attorney General's Office has provided this information as general information to assist consumers. The law is constantly evolving and this list is not intended to be exhaustive. This information is not provided as legal advice or intended to be legal advice. If further assistance is needed, please consult with a private attorney.*
CONSUMER ALERT:
Scam artists are using fake caller ID information to trick Wyomingites into believing that the callers are calling from the State of Wyoming. Please remember that you cannot rely on caller ID to verify who is calling you. Also remember to not give or confirm your personal or financial information to someone who calls you unsolicited.
Request for Consumer Education Presentation:
The Consumer Protection and Antitrust Unit (CPAU) of the Wyoming Attorney General's Office presents education and information sessions on various consumer protection concerns.
The CPAU's presentations may be customized, upon request, according to the audience. Likewise, presentations are updated periodically to reflect changes in policy or the marketplace. If interested in engaging with the CPAU about presentation options, please provide the requested information in this form.
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