Fraud Prevention and Identity Theft
Anytime you’re considering making a large purchase, taking out a loan, planning a vacation, or making any financial decision, you may fall victim to a scam if you’re not careful. Never pay for something in an untraceable way like wiring money, don’t fall for pressure tactics, and don’t do business with anyone who doesn’t allow you to do your research before making a commitment.
Below, you’ll find information about how to avoid scams from Connecticut State agencies:
- Imposter Scams (Office of the Attorney General)
- Fake Check/ Sweepstakes Scams (Office of the Attorney General)
- Travel Scams (Office of the Attorney General)
- The "Grandparent" Scam (Office of the Attorney General)
- Identity Theft (Office of the Attorney General)
- Internet Fraud and Resources to Help You Stay Safe Online (Department of Consumer Protection)
- Advance Fee Loan Scam (Department of Banking)
- Credit Repair Scam (Department of Banking)
- Fraudulent Cashier's Checks (Department of Banking)
- Phishing Scams (Department of Banking)
- Educational Resources for Consumers (Department of Banking)
- How to Spot a Con Artist (Department of Banking)
- Red Flags of Investment Fraud (Department of Banking)