A message from
Secretary Drago

Dear Friends:

I have heard from consumers and our licensed professionals, and I recognize the profound effects of unlicensed activity.  The department executes a three-tiered approach to combat unlicensed activity through education, prevention and enforcement.

Education and prevention efforts include a public awareness campaign consisting of television and radio public service announcements, educational brochures, Google Ad Words and online advertising, and bus and movie theater advertisements.  Enforcement efforts include sweeps that consist of checking licenses to ensure compliance with state laws, and stings that involve undercover operations where known or suspected unlicensed individuals are targeted.

Overall, the goal at DBPR is to bring people into compliance with state laws, not to put people out of work. Ultimately, our efforts to stop unlicensed activity will strengthen Florida's economy and protect consumers.

Sincerely,

Charles W. Drago, Secretary