The Maryland Office of the Attorney General works to protect the rights and interests of Marylanders by investigating and resolving complaints in key areas. We provide essential services, including consumer protection, civil rights enforcement, and business oversight, to ensure compliance with Maryland law.
Use the links below to learn more and get help from our office.
File a Complaint
Use the forms below to report consumer fraud, landlord-tenant issues, health care disputes, civil rights violations, and other concerns to the Maryland Office of the Attorney General.
Consumer Protection Complaints
Report issues related to auto repairs, consumer fraud, health insurance and billing, landlord-tenant disputes, and new car warranty concerns.
Report Violations & Other Complaints
File complaints related to civil rights, environmental crimes, hate crimes, health care billing, Medicaid fraud, and securities violations.
Complete a Registration or Filing
Register or file required documents for home builders, health clubs, vehicle protection products, securities, franchises, and other regulated businesses.
Consumer Protection Registrations
Register as a home builder, sales representative, health club, vehicle protection product warrantor, or structured settlement transferee to comply with Maryland regulations.
Tobacco Manufacturers & Wholesalers
Register as a tobacco manufacturer and understand how wholesalers and retailers must comply with Maryland's tobacco product regulations and directory requirements.
Securities and Financial Registrations
Register securities offerings, franchises, business opportunities, and licensing for broker-dealers, agents, and investment advisers in compliance with Maryland laws.
OAG Information and Resources
In addition to the tasks above, OAG has resources and information on a vatiery of topics. To learn more visit our Resources and Info Center.
Investigations & Enforcement
Legal Representation and Attorney Referrals
The Attorney General's Office cannot offer legal advice to individuals. If you need help with a personal legal matter you may want to contact a private attorney. We cannot refer you to an attorney. The links below have information on lawyer referral services and free or low-cost legal help.
The links are provided for information only. OAG does not endorse or guarantee these services.
Information and Resources Outside the OAG
This section provides resources on matters handled outside the OAG, including advanced directives, legal professional complaints, expungement, Maryland laws, and employment issues. Find guidance and the appropriate agencies to assist with these topics.
Advanced Directives and End of Life Issues
Employment Issues
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Unpaid Wages - Resources from Maryland Department of Labor, Employment Standards Service
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Unemployment - Resources and information from the Maryland Department of Labor, Division of Unemployment Insurance
Complaints Against Lawyers and Judges
Expungement
Need Something Else?
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