Consumer Protection Branch
| Consumer Protection Branch | |
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| Justice flag | |
| Motto | n/a |
| Responsibility | Consumer safety |
| Form | Branch |
| Estate | Executive |
| Subordinate to | Department of Justice |
| Established | June 22, 0/2018 |
| Status | Deactivated |
| Abbreviation | n/a |
The Consumer Protection Branch of the Department of Justice defends the rights of consumers by investigating fraudulent or otherwise criminal enterprises that may seek to take advantage of them, as well as educating the public about scams.
Committees
Consumer Standards Committee
The Consumer Standards Committee regulates consumer goods and advertising.
Offices
Office of the Consumer Advocate
The Office of the Consumer Advocate speaks to the branch on the behalf of Fortressian consumers.
Office of the Undersecretary of Consumer Protection
The Office of the Undersecretary of Consumer Protection is the organ through which the branch is run day-to-day.
Sections
Anti-Fraud Section
The Anti-Fraud Section investigates and prosecutes instances of fraud.
Consumer Education Section
The Consumer Education Section ensures an intelligent and well informed populace who are aware of their rights as consumers.
Product Safety Section
The Product Safety Section ensures the safety and high quality of Fortressian products, and investigates and prosecutes instances of malfeasance arising from unsafe products.
Truth In Advertising Section
The Truth In Advertising Section ensures that advertisements shown to Fortressian citizens are accurate and not misleading.
Services
Consumer Survey Service
The Consumer Survey Service gathers data regarding how knowledgeable Fortressian consumers are.
Scam Bulletin Service
The Scam Bulletin Service provides regular updates on potential fraudulent activities targeting Fortressian consumers.