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Department of Consumer Affairs Launches Fresh New Website
Fri, 12/14/2018
COLUMBIA, S.C. - The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) is proud to announce the launch of its new website at www.consumer.sc.gov…One in 500 million? How to Keep Your Info Safe after Marriott's Breach
Fri, 12/07/2018
COLUMBIA, S.C. - Marriott announced a security breach affecting up to 500 million people. Hackers gained access to personal information such as a…Cyber Shopping? Leave Your Debit Card Offline
Tue, 11/20/2018
COLUMBIA, S.C. — As Cyber Monday rapidly approaches, the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) is encouraging consumers to choose…Tis the Season for Holiday Gift Card...CAMS
Thu, 11/15/2018
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Gift cards are an easy and convenient solution to holiday gift buying, but they are also a popular way for scammers to steal money.…SCDCA Appoints Director of Communications
Tue, 11/06/2018
COLUMBIA, S.C. - Carri Grube Lybarker, Administrator of the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs announces the appointment of Bailey Parker…Looking for a Car? Don't Get Tricked into Buying a Flood-Damaged Vehicle
Wed, 10/31/2018
COLUMBIA, S.C. - The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) is urging consumers to be cautious when shopping for a new or used vehicle…SCDCA Identity Theft Unit Celebrates Fifth Anniversary with New Report
Wed, 10/17/2018
COLUMBIA, S.C. - The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) Identity Theft Unit (“the Unit”/ “IDTU”) is celebrating their fifth…Be Alert in Wake of Facebook Breach
Mon, 10/08/2018
COLUMBIA, S.C. - The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) is encouraging Facebook users to take action to secure their online…Beware of Scams in the Wake of Hurricane Florence
Mon, 09/17/2018
COLUMBIA, S.C. - The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) is advising consumers to be on the lookout for scams in the wake of…State of Emergency: SC Residents Urged to Prepare for Hurricane Florence
Mon, 09/10/2018
COLUMBIA, S.C. - The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) is urging consumers to heed disaster preparedness warnings as Hurricane…