Consumer Services Guide (CSG)

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The Consumer Services Guide is searchable directory of resources which can help you with consumer problems and questions. There are multiple editions of the ‘Guide’, some which deal with specific issues such as housing or credit. The full directory, the Consumer Service Guide Edition, provides access to all the resources collected by Consumer Action.

 
 

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  • Alabama - Motor Vehicle Divison
    The division is responsible for issuing motor vehicle titles, maintaining vehicle registration information and enforcing the Mandatory Liability Insurance Act. In addition, the division administers the International Registration Plan (IRP) and International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA).
    (added October 2006)
  • Alabama Council for Developmental Disabilities (ACDD)
    This organization provides a system of community based services for people with developmental disabilities. These activities help individuals gain more self-confidence and determination, in all aspects of community life. The website has a detailed list of disability resources that are located throughout the state of Alabama.
    (added October 2006)
  • Alabama Credit Union Administration (ACUA)
    This site is designed to provide you with information regarding this agency’s statutory responsibilities, the laws governing state chartered unions and other related information. This site offers access to frequently requested forms and links to other related websites. For information regarding membership in a credit union or formation of a credit union, contact the Credit Union Administration.
    (added October 2006)
  • Alaska - Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
    The Division of Motor Vehicles titles motor vehicles, including trailers and mobile homes; registers motor vehicles, including trailers, snow vehicles, powered and non-powered boats, and All Terrain Vehicles; and licenses drivers statewide. The Division serves most of the Alaska adult population over 16 years of age by providing evidence of motor vehicle ownership and by issuing driver licenses to those qualified.
    (added October 2006)
  • Alliance for the Betterment of Citizens with Disabilities (ABCD)
    The mission of this non-profit organization is to improve the lives of people with developmental disabilities who live in New Jersey. It advocates on critical issues, provides technical, information, and educational support, and conducts analysis and research.
    (added October 2006)
  • American Diabetes Association (ADA)
    This non-profit organization provides diabetes research, information, and advocacy. It is dedicated to preventing and curing the disease and making the lives of the people who have it better. Besides providing many public service programs including a toll-free telephone and email hotline, a brochure and resource guide, this organization also puts out events and annual reports. Find the location of the ADA office nearest you…
    (added October 2006)
  • Arizona - Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
    The Arizona DMV site provides information about driver's licenses and education, traffic schools, practice tests, auto titles and other auto-related topics.
    (added October 2006)
  • Arkansas - The Office of Motor Vehicle
    The Arkansas Office of Motor Vehicle primary responsibilities are to administer the State of Arkansas vehicle registration, title, and lien perfection laws. The Office establishes and maintains the vehicle registration, title and lien perfection operating procedures used in the State Revenue Offices.
    (added October 2006)
  • Asian Law Alliance
    Over the past 32 years as a nonprofit corporation, the Asian Law Alliance has helped tens of thousands of people in obtaining decent housing, justice in the immigration process, and access to basic human and legal rights. Today, Asian/Pacific Islanders continue to be denied fundamental rights. ALA continues to keep its doors open for those individuals who are limited in English, who do not understand…
    (added October 2006)
  • Colorado - Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
    Colorado DMV fulfills its statutory obligations with the highest level of customer service and in the most cost effective manner possible for the benefit of the citizens of Colorado.
    (added October 2006)
  • Colorado Association of Community Centered Boards (CACCB)
    This association helps people with developmental disabilities throughout the state of Colorado. It provides many services including assisting people with employment assistance, helping people make personal living decisions, encouraging people to have beneficial social experiences, supporting families and managing individual cases. A resources guide is also found online.
    (added October 2006)
  • Connecticut - Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
    The Connecticut DMV site can help you renew or register for a drivers license, find DMV forms, practice tests, drivers ed & traffic schools, auto insurance, or just about anything else related to Connecticut DMV.
    (added October 2006)
  • Delaware - Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
    The Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles is responsible for the licensing of Delaware Residents and the registration of motor vehicles. Cars, trucks, trailers, motor homes, mobile homes, boats, motorcycles, and other vehicular modes of transportation are required to be registered with the state in order to be used.
    (added October 2006)
  • Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles
    Florida DMV site has been created to help you renew or register for a drivers license, find DMV forms, practice tests, drivers ed & traffic schools, auto insurance, or just about anything else related to Florida DMV. For office locations and hours, visit the website.
    (added October 2006)
  • Gay and Lesbian Community Services Center
    The Gay & Lesbian Center is home to a comprehensive array of services, which include youth programs and housing; legal aid and legal assistance programs; education and enrichment courses; primary and specialty medical care; employment training and placement services; programs for seniors; theater and cultural arts programming; computer training skills; Internet access in a state-of-the-art CyberCenter; civil rights and health policy advocacy programs; HIV prevention…
    (added October 2006)
  • Georgia - Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
    Georgia DMV site has been created to help you renew or register for a drivers license, find DMV forms, practice tests, drivers ed & traffic schools, auto insurance, or just about anything else related to Georgia DMV.
    (added October 2006)
  • Georgia Department of Banking & Finance (DBF)
    DBF is the state agency that regulates and examines state-chartered banks, state-chartered credit unions, and state-chartered trust companies. The Department is dedicated to provide the citizens with quick and efficient solutions to their inquiries and problems.
    (added October 2006)
  • Hawaii - Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
    Hawaii does not have a statewide Department of Motor Vehicles. Vehicle Registration is managed by each county government. To find contact information for each county, see the web sites listed.
    (added October 2006)
  • Helen Keller Services for the Blind (HKSB)
    This non-profit agency has many services and programs that help blind people of all ages. It teaches and rehabilitates thousands of residents of Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, and Nassau and Suffolk Counties in New York. Information, resources, and HKSB's publications are found online.
    (added October 2006)
  • Idaho - Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
    Idaho DMV site has been created to help you renew or register for a drivers license, find DMV forms, practice tests, drivers ed & traffic schools, auto insurance, or just about anything else related to Idaho DMV.
    (added October 2006)
  • Illinois - Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
    The Illinois DMV site has been created to help you renew or register for a drivers license, find DMV forms, practice tests, drivers ed & traffic schools, auto insurance, or just about anything else related to Illinois DMV.
    (added October 2006)
  • Independent Living Center of Southern California, Inc. (ILC)
    A non-profit 501 (c) (3) consumer-based, non-residential agency providing a wide range of services to a growing population of people with disabilities. The ILCSC is dedicated to providing the services which will offer persons with disabilities the opportunity to seek an individual course towards independence - while educating the community.
    (added October 2006)
  • Independent Living Resource Center
    Independent Living Resource Center San Francisco (ILRCSF) is a disability rights advocacy and support organization. Their mission is to ensure that people with disabilities are full social and economic partners, within their families and within a fully accessible community. ILRCSF's mission is achieved by: systems change; community education; partnerships with business, community organizations and government; and consumer directed services. We work to empower individuals and…
    (added October 2006)
  • Indiana - Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV)
    Indiana BMV site has been created to help you renew or register for a drivers license, find MV forms, practice tests, drivers ed & traffic schools, auto insurance, or just about anything else related to Indiana BMV.
    (added October 2006)
  • Iowa - Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
    Iowa DMV site has been created to help you renew or register for a drivers license, find DMV forms, practice tests, drivers ed & traffic schools, auto insurance, or just about anything else related to Iowa DMV.
    (added October 2006)
 
 
 

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