Awareness, Prevention & Reporting Resources
The agencies listed below offer resources to help protect your identity and financial well‑being. They also provide reporting tools for individuals who are victims of fraud.
Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
The FTC is the nation's consumer protection agency. The FTC website lists the most recent fraud trends and accepts consumer fraud and identity theft complaints.
United States Postal Inspection Service
The U.S. Postal Inspection Service provides information on how to avoid becoming a victim of crimes and fraud initiated through the U.S. Mail system.
Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3)
IC3 is a joint effort between:
- The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
- The National White Collar Crime Center, and
- The Bureau of Justice Assistance
The IC3 accepts internet crime related complaints from individuals that have been defrauded.
Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC)
ITRC provides information and the most recent types of identity theft as well as tips on how you can protect yourself.
AnnualCreditReport.com
AnnualCreditReport.com allows you to check your credit report for free so you can ensure that all information listed is correct and up to date.
