Consumer Scams

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Older Consumers Targeted By Fraudsters Not Once, But Twice!

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau discovered a financial scam targeting older consumers who had previously been victims of fraudulent money-making schemes. Learn how to identify these scams.

Directives and Ways to Avoid Financial Exploitation

Information about financial exploitation and how to avoid it.

Where to Find an Attorney for Specific Legal Advice

 All legal service programs in Arizona differ, and their criteria for accepting cases vary as well. Find out what programs are available and where to go for assistance.

Identity Theft

Identity theft is the unauthorized use of someone’s personal data. Identity thieves may rummage through your trash, steal your wallet or skim encoded data from your credit card. Find out what to do and where to find help.

Consumer Protection - How to Avoid Scams

Americans lose an estimated $40 billion a year in telemarketing fraud alone, and another $4 billion in mail scams. And the victims are often seniors. Know your rights and how you might be vulnerable.



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