Consumer Protection/Antitrust

The North Carolina Commerce Department is dedicated to enhancing the economic well-being and quality of life for all residents of the state. Through various programs and services, the department connects businesses with essential resources, talent, and infrastructure to foster growth and development. In response to Hurricane Helen, the department has launched a recovery program aimed at supporting small businesses in western North Carolina. This initiative includes the Small Business Infrastructure Grant Program, which allows local governments to apply for funding to assist businesses in their regions. Generated from the website

North Carolina Department of Justice offers a range of legal assistance. The department provides legal representation and advice to government departments, agencies and commissions in North Carolina. It offers legal opinions at the request of public officials and handles criminal appeals in state trial courts. The department operates a consumer protection division that educates customers and protects them from frauds and scams. North Carolina Department of Justice provides assistance to law enforcement agencies throughout the state. The department works to protect the rights of victims and help citizens understand the criminal justice system. North Carolina Department of Justice oversees standards for private security agencies and investigators.