Identity Theft
Chex Systems Consumer Assistance
This is ChexSystems Inc.'s site. This company reports bad checks, overdrawn accounts and other negative information to financial institutions which may then prevent you from getting a bank account. This is the Reporting Agency of the banking world and they offer information about identity theft and steps you can take with them. See their Frequently Asked Questions for help.
Website: chexsystems.com
Consumer Sentinel Network
See how law enforcement all over the world work together to fight fraud, using Consumer Sentinel, an innovative, international law enforcement fraud-fighting program.
Website: ftc.gov/sentinel
Federal Trade Commission
For information on filing complaints and consumer information.
Phone: 877-382-4357
Website: consumer.ftc.gov
National Consumer Law Center
National Consumer Law Center offers information and publications.
Website: nclc.org
National Consumers League
National Consumer League is the nation's oldest consumer advocacy group. This non-profit provides information about fraud and personal finances.
Website: nclnet.org
National Consumers League’s Fraud Center
Non-profit telemarketing and internet fraud site.
Website: fraud.org
National Association of Attorneys General
Gives you contact information for the Attorney General of your state. Each State's Attorney General's office has a consumer protection department. This site also offers Consumer Protection information from the Attorney Generals' organization.
Website: naag.org
Privacy Rights Clearinghouse
This non-profit consumer information and Advocacy organization educates regarding privacy issues including Identity theft and offers sample dispute letters.
Website: privacyrights.org