Idaho Consumer Protection
Idaho Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division Address: 700 W. State Street, Boise, ID 83720-0010 Phone: 208-334-2424 Email: consumerprotection@ag.idaho.gov Website: https://www.ag.idaho.gov/consumer-protection/ Hours of Operation: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Mountain Time)
State Level Agencies and Laws Protecting Consumers against Robocalls, Telemarketers, and Debt Collection Calls in Idaho:
- Idaho Telephone Solicitation Act (Idaho Code Title 48, Chapter 100): The Idaho Telephone Solicitation Act regulates telemarketing practices and requires telemarketers to comply with specific rules, including honoring the National Do Not Call Registry.
- Idaho Consumer Protection Act (Idaho Code Title 48, Chapter 6): The Idaho Consumer Protection Act prohibits deceptive trade practices and unfair business practices, offering consumers protections against fraudulent or misleading telemarketing calls.
- Idaho Do Not Call List: Idaho residents can register their residential phone numbers on the Idaho Do Not Call List to reduce unwanted telemarketing calls. To sign up, visit the Idaho Attorney General’s website or call 1-888-432-2335.
Additional State Level Agencies:
- Idaho Public Utilities Commission (PUC): Address: 472 W. Washington St., Boise, ID 83702 Phone: 208-334-0300 Email: puc@puc.idaho.gov Website: https://www.puc.idaho.gov/ Hours of Operation: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Mountain Time)
The Idaho Public Utilities Commission oversees public utilities, including telecommunications companies. Consumers can contact the PUC for issues related to telecommunications services and file complaints against robocallers or telemarketing companies.
How to Make a Report:
To report robocall violations, telemarketing abuses, debt collection issues, or other consumer-related complaints in Idaho, you can file a complaint with the Idaho Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division. Contact their office at 208-334-2424 during business hours or send an email to consumerprotection@ag.idaho.gov.
For issues related to public utilities or telecommunications services, consumers can contact the Idaho Public Utilities Commission at 208-334-0300 or send an email to puc@puc.idaho.gov.