Enforcement - DFPI

Enforcement - DFPI
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Enforcement Division
The Enforcement Division’s mission is to investigate and enforce the laws subject to the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation to protect consumers and ensure a fair marketplace for the financial services industry.
The Enforcement Division has the authority to:
Issue administrative orders to stop violations of the law, and assess penalties;
Bring civil injunctive actions, appoint receivers, freeze assets, obtain victim relief; and
Assists in the criminal investigation and prosecution of laws and refers criminal violations to the appropriate
United States Attorney, Attorney General
, or District Attorney for prosecution.
To determine if the Department has taken enforcement action against any company or individual, you may
search our online listing of actions and orders
. If you wish to submit a complaint, please contact the DFPI’s Consumer Services Office at 1-866-275-2677 or
submit your complaint online
.
Enforcement Division Leadership
Mary Ann Smith
Deputy Commissioner, Enforcement
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Updated:
April 29, 2025