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.