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Complain to the Federal Communications Commission

By Corey Deitz, About.com

If you have a complaint or problem with a Radio station, it is easy to lodge a formal complaint with the Federal Communications Commission. Here are the various ways.
Difficulty: Easy
Time Required: varies

Here's How:

  1. File online: http://www.fcc.gov/cgb/complaints.html
  2. Send your complaint by email: fccinfo@fcc.gov
  3. Written complaints can be sent to: Federal Communications Commission, Consumer & Governmental Affairs Bureau, Consumer Complaints, 445 12th Street, SW, Washington, D.C. 20554
  4. Complaints can be faxed to: 1-866-418-0232
  5. Toll Free: 1-888-CALL-FCC (1-888-225-5322) voice, 1-888-TELL- FCC (1-888-835-5322) TTY. Their Consumer and Mediation Specialists are available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET

Tips:

  1. Include: Your name, address and the telephone number or numbers involved with your complaint; (if telephone related)
  2. Include: A telephone number where you can be reached during the business day;
  3. Include: Specific information about your complaint, including the names of all companies involved with your complaint;
  4. Include: Names and telephone numbers of the company representatives that you contacted, the dates that you spoke with these representatives, and any other information that would help process your complaint;
  5. Include: If telephone related, include a copy of the bill(s) listing the disputed charges; What type of resolution are you seeking?

What You Need:

  • telephone
  • internet
  • computer
  • fax machine
  • stationery
  • stamps
  • envelopes
  • pens

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