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Introduction to Consumer Protection against Fraud

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Let's look at several of the most common types of fraud, how to spot them, and what you can do if you are affected.

What you will learn

  • What Is Fraud?
  • How to Resist Fraud
  • What Protections against Fraud Are You Entitled To?
  • What Is Identity Theft and What Forms Does It Take?
  • How Can Your Identity Be Stolen?
  • Preventing Identity Theft
  • What to Do if Your Identity Has Been Stolen

What do you know?

Introduction to Consumer Protection against Fraud

Frauds and scams have been with us for thousands of years. They are not always easy to spot, but once you know the signs (and the signs tend to be similar across scams), you can start asking the right questions. Let’s look at several of the most common types and what you can do if you are caught in one. We will also provide resources to use and places where you can report scams.