Unlicensed traders and scams

The department is responsible for a variety of licences and registrations.

Consumer alerts

Occassionally Consumer Protection publishes alerts warning consumers about certain traders.

Report a scam

If you think you or someone you know has received a scam, please report it to WA ScamNet via these methods.

I've been scammed - help for victims

If you think you have been scammed please seek assistance where you need it.  In the first instance, please contact WA ScamNet to report the scam.

Compliance actions

Media statements where the Department has named traders or conducted other compliance action for non-compliance with laws.

Enforceable undertakings

Consumer Protection has at its disposal a wide range of enforcement options when dealing with breaches of fair-trading legislation.