June 2023

The Department of Consumer Affairs’ Arbitration Certification Program (ACP) certifies and monitors third-party arbitration programs of participating automobile manufacturers to ensure compliance with California laws and regulations governing resolution of warranty disputes involving new/used vehicles purchased with the manufacturer’s new-car warranty. ACP also ensures that certified programs conduct dispute resolution…

The Dental Board of California licenses and regulates dentists, registered dental assistants, and registered dental assistants in extended functions. The Board assures the initial and continued competence of its licensees through licensure, investigation of complaints against its licensees, and discipline of those found in violation of the Dental Practice Act,…

Applications are currently being accepted to fill multiple panel member positions The Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) invites consumers and automotive repair industry representatives to apply to serve on a citation review panel. The panel provides an opportunity to be a part of an important and collaborative consumer protection effort.…

  For over 100 years, the California Legislature has entrusted the California Board of Accountancy (CBA) with protecting the public in relation to the practice of public accountancy in California. The CBA’s mission evokes this charge: “To protect consumers by ensuring only qualified licensees practice public accountancy in accordance with…