Pass it On, an FTC education campaign, gives you new ways to talk about scams and how to prevent them.

This article explains the Senior Safe Act that enlists financial institutions as allies in preventing the financial abuse of older adults. 

The Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Section enforces state and federal laws designed to protect consumers from fraud, deception, and misrepresentation. The Section serves as the central clearinghouse in Virginia for consumer complaints. Complaints are assigned for handling within the Section or referred to the appropriate local, state, or federal agency having jurisdiction.

It's important to ask questions whenever you’re asked to give — whether over the phone, in direct mail, or online. Do some research before donating.

Check out the list of today’s hottest emerging frauds.

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau provides financial resources and information for older adults and their families. 

Having the right tools to fight fraud can make a huge difference. Learn about the top 5 Social Security fraud and scam prevention tools. 

The USDA has posted a COVID-19 fraud scam alert for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) participants. 

The Virginia Victims Fund (officially the Criminal Injuries Compensation Fund) can assist people impacted by crime in Virginia to apply for assistance for reasonable and necessary expenses that arise from the crime.