C onsumers lose billions of dollars each year to telemarketing fraud. That's why federal, state and private agencies have joined together to create kNOw Fraud , an effort to help you avoid being victimized by tele-marketing and mail fraud operators. We are all potential targets, because fraud isn't limited by race, ethnic background, gender, age, education or income.
Unscrupulous promoters go after anyone with a phone or mailbox.
The best way to protect yourself is to know the differences between legitimate offers and fraudulent ones. You can mail a complaint or request information by writing to kNOw Fraud , PO Box 45600, Washington, DC 20026-5600. Also, you can check out the kNOw Fraud video from your local library. The kNOw Fraud partners encourage you to be alert when you hear phone solicitations and to listen carefully for the red flags outlined here that signal deceptive offers. If you feel pressured to buy, quickly end the call.