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1. Who do I call regarding a consumer protection problem?

For complaints about businesses, call the Commerce Department at 800-657-3602. You can also contact the Consumer Affairs Division of the Attorney General's Office at 800-657-3787 or visit the Attorney General's Office website.

2. Who should I contact if I have a landlord/tenant issue?

Contact the Attorney General’s Office by calling 800-657-3787.

If you wish to report unsafe conditions in a rented apartment, please contact local Housing Inspectors in Faribault at 507-333-0378 or in Northfield at 507-645-3004.

To learn more about the rights and responsibilities of both landlords and tenants visit The Minnesota Attorney General’s website.

3. Who should I contact if I have questions about bankruptcy?

You will need to contact private counsel for questions on bankruptcy or call the U.S. Bankruptcy Court, District of Minnesota in St. Paul at 651-848-1000. Or, visit U.S. Bankruptcy Court, District of Minnesota.

4. Who should I contact if I need an attorney to represent me?

If you need a public defender, you must apply to the Court Administrator’s Office, located in the Courthouse, or call 507-332-6107.

The County Attorney’s Office cannot make recommendations concerning private attorneys. You can search the Yellow Pages, call the Minnesota Attorney Referral Service at 800-292-4152, or visit the Minnesota State Bar Association website.

5. Who should I contact if I need to report consumer fraud?

Contact the Minnesota Attorney General at: 800-657-3787, or 651-296-3353. Or, visit The Minnesota Attorney General’s website.