Following recent winter weather, the Teas Attorney General’s Office released a statement reminding citizens to be on the lookout for scams including price gouging, door-to-door contractors and bogus charities. Texans can report suspicious activity to the Texas Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Hotline by calling 830-621-0508 or filing a Consumer Complaint Form at txoag.force. com/CPDOnlineForm. Price Gouging When an emergency takes place, some businesses may raise prices on essential goods and services. Under the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act, price gouging is illegal. If you feel you are being unfairly charged, raise the issue of price gouging with the provider. If you are unable to ...