The Consumer Protection Unit investigates and prosecutes cases such as deceptive advertising, unfair competition, and other forms of consumer fraud. This program requires the Recorder's Office to immediately send out a letter to every homeowner whose title has been transferred to a different homeowner.Using the Online Citizen Reporting System allows you to submit a report immediately and print a copy of the report for free. The District Attorney files all criminal case documents in the court serving the city where the violation occurred. County Clerk Recorder - Kristin B. Connelly. The hotline number is . A conviction for misdemeanor forgery may result in a sentence of up to one year in county jail. Facsimile-produced documents submitted for filing with the court must comply with CRC 2.300, and all Contra Costa County Rules of Court.