Consumer Concerns Meet Consumer Protection: Mediation | Education | Regulation: Towing, Immobilization, Moving, Vehicle For Hire, Water Taxi
Palm Beach County, FL
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PBC Consumer Affairs retweeted
This #CyberMonth, take time to teach your family how to recognize scams and report them. Read more #IRS and Security Summit tips here: ow.ly/kMgP50ZTgpW #TaxSecurity
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PBC Consumer Affairs retweeted
Got a trip in the works? If you need to get or renew a passport, know that your top online search results might be third-party websites that will charge you for forms and services that are free on Travel.State.gov or will just try to take your money.
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We wish you safe travels AND when you get here, we want you to have a safe transportation experience to and from the President Donald J. Trump International Airport. #ConsumerProtection #ConsumerAwareness #Taxi #RideShare #SafetyFirst @pbcgov @pbclibrary @PBCountySheriff
Flying via DJT? ✈️
Stay safe when using rideshare or taxis!
• Look for ID badges & airport decals on County vehicles.
• Verify the plate, vehicle, & driver photo in-app before entering.
• Drivers are background-checked & insured.
More tips: pbcgov.com/consumer
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#PBC #PalmBeach #DYK #DidYouKnow you could get your #CreditReport #Free?
#KnowledgeIsPower #GetSome @PBCGOV
Only scammers say they’ll remove all accurate negative information from your credit report. Get your free credit report weekly at AnnualCreditReport.com.
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It's #October and #CyberMonth 🎃 here's a #HotTip to avoid #scammers! #KnowledgeIsPower #GetSome @pbcgov @PBCountySheriff @pbclibrary #PalmBeach #PBC #GoldCoast
This #CyberMonth, take time to teach your family how to recognize scams and report them. Read more #IRS and Security Summit tips here: ow.ly/kMgP50ZTgpW #TaxSecurity
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PBC Consumer Affairs retweeted
Open Enrollment season is busy and stressful enough without the added risk of being scammed. We've got your back — read our article to learn what to look out for and how to avoid these scams: hubs.la/Q04ytlN00
PBC Consumer Affairs retweeted
Only platforms can remove intimate photos and videos shared without your consent, but it’s the FTC’s job to make sure those platforms comply with the Take It Down Act. Help keep platforms accountable. If a platform violates this law, tell us at TakeItDown.ftc.gov
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PBC Consumer Affairs retweeted
Beginning tomorrow, newly designed Florida driver licenses and identification cards will begin rolling out at service centers across the state!
The new credential remains one of the most secure over the counter identification options available today and proudly pays homage to Florida’s history with design features, including:
-An image of Castillo de San Marcos, the oldest masonry fortress in the continental United States, located in St. Augustine;
-The Florida orange is cleverly integrated as the “o” in “Florida”;
-On the back, a tribute to Florida’s Space Coast showing the Discovery Space Shuttle; and
-A Florida alligator incorporated into the REAL ID star in the top right corner of call cards.
Florida residents are not required to replace their existing driver license or identification card. All valid credentials will remain in circulation and be phased out over time.
Visit flhsmv.gov/newDL to find out more information about our next driver license!
PBC Consumer Affairs retweeted
❓ DYK? Evacuating doesn’t have to mean leaving Florida!
In most cases, you only need to evacuate tens of miles to get out of harm’s way — not hundreds.
Before disaster strikes, make an evacuation plan:
🗺️ Determine if you live in an evacuation zone ➡️
FloridaDisaster.org/Know
📍 Identify a safer place to shelter ➡️
FloridaDisaster.org/Shelters
🛣️ Plan multiple evacuation routes
Be ready before you need to roll! 🚗💨
FloridaDisaster.org/Evacuate #FLPrepMonth
PBC Consumer Affairs retweeted
⛽ Don’t let a fuel stop slow you down!
When a storm threatens Florida & evacuation orders are issued, gas stations can get busy fast, leading to longer lines & potential fuel shortages.
🚗 Keep your vehicle at least halfway full or charged so you’re ready to go when it’s time to get to safety.
Remember: If you’re halfway full, you’re halfway there! 📍
🔗 Wrap up #FLPrepMonth with road-readiness at FloridaDisaster.org/HalfwayF…!
PBC Consumer Affairs retweeted
It's Child Passenger Safety Week! 🎉
Make sure your child is in The Right Seat for their age and size — and that it's installed correctly every time. 👶✔️
Tap the link to use our Car Seat Finder tool or find a certified technician near you: NHTSA.gov/TheRightSeat
Scammers commonly set up fake charities to take advantage of your generosity during natural disasters and other tragic events. This #IRS tool shows you how to verify a charity is legit before you give: irs.gov/teos #NationalPreparednessMonth
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❓ Do you or someone in your household need additional assistance during an emergency?
The Special Needs Registry helps local emergency personnel plan for residents with access & functional needs, which may include:
💊 Medical equipment or medications
♿ Mobility or transportation assistance
👂 Hearing, vision or communication needs
🐕🦺 Service animal or personal assistance
📋 Sign up at FloridaDisaster.org/SNR & watch below to learn more! #FLPrepMonth
🚗 Take preparedness for a ride!
Build your vehicle emergency kit with the essentials you may need if something goes wrong on the road:
🧰 Tools & Equipment
🦺 Safety Supplies
🥫 Food & Water
⚡ Backup Power
📻 Ways to Stay Connected
Don’t let an emergency put the brakes on your plans—prepare your vehicle today! #FLPrepMonth
🎒 A well-stocked disaster supply kit can make all the difference when disaster strikes.
This #FLPrepMonth, make sure your kit is stocked with what’s needed to keep you & your loved ones safe & self-sufficient.
📦 Stock at least 7 days’ worth of supplies
👨👩👧 Personalize kits for your household’s unique needs
🚗 Be ready on the go with a car emergency kit.
🐾 Include items for your furry friends, whether they're on your couch or in the pasture
Don’t wait for a storm to be in the forecast—build your kit today at FloridaDisaster.org/Kit!
See a QR code parked somewhere? Don’t scan it…yet! Learn more: bit.ly/4zT4E86
PBC Consumer Affairs retweeted
🎒 A well-stocked disaster supply kit can make all the difference when disaster strikes.
This #FLPrepMonth, make sure your kit is stocked with what’s needed to keep you & your loved ones safe & self-sufficient.
📦 Stock at least 7 days’ worth of supplies
👨👩👧 Personalize kits for your household’s unique needs
🚗 Be ready on the go with a car emergency kit.
🐾 Include items for your furry friends, whether they're on your couch or in the pasture
Don’t wait for a storm to be in the forecast—build your kit today at FloridaDisaster.org/Kit!
Sextortion is serious and can affect anyone — adults and children. How does this kind of blackmail work and what should you do if it happens to you? Read more in our article: hubs.la/Q04wLW-X0
PBC Consumer Affairs retweeted
Lost your Social Security card?
Before you make a trip to an office, start the process online.
Depending on your situation, you may be able to request a replacement through your personal my Social Security account: ow.ly/uh2K50ZGIIE
PBC Consumer Affairs retweeted
In the latest episode of the Inside the FBI Podcast, experts discuss online dangers facing teens, including sextortion, grooming, violent online networks, and predators who use information shared online to target young people.
Parents and trusted adults can help by:
🔒 Knowing the child's phone password and privacy settings
📵 Setting boundaries around phone use
👀 Talking openly about online activity
🤝 Encouraging teens to trust their instincts and alert a trusted adult if something feels wrong
🛑 Reminding them that once something is shared online, it can be difficult to take back
Young people who are victimized are never to blame.
🎧 Listen to the latest episode of Inside the FBI and learn more about keeping teens safe online: fbi.gov/news/podcasts/inside…
