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Fraudsters constantly develop new scams to steal money from consumers and violate their rights. Education and awareness are the best tools to combat consumer fraud. Check this page regularly to learn about recent scams and how to avoid them.

SCAM ALERT: Identity Theft Involving Fake County Purchase Orders

 SCAM ALERT: Identity Theft Involving Fake County Purchase Orders 1000 587 Consumer & Business

The Los Angeles County Department of Consumer and Business Affairs is advising business owners to watch out for possible identity theft involving fake government Purchase…

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SCAM ALERT: LA County Will Not Ask For Your Info In Unexpected Phone Calls

 SCAM ALERT: LA County Will Not Ask For Your Info In Unexpected Phone Calls 1000 587 Consumer & Business

Scam Alert: Los Angeles County will not seek your personal or medical information in unexpected phone calls The Department of Consumer and Business Affairs (DCBA)…

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Scam Alert: Avoid COVID-19 Testing Fraud

 Scam Alert: Avoid COVID-19 Testing Fraud 999 575 Consumer & Business

STATEMENT FROM DCBA DIRECTOR RAFAEL CARBAJAL “Our Board of Supervisors is committed to keeping testing sites trustworthy and free to the public. We are actively…

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Report Price Gouging on COVID-19 At-Home Tests

 Report Price Gouging on COVID-19 At-Home Tests 1000 575 Consumer & Business

As COVID-19 cases increase in Los Angeles County, so do opportunities for consumers to be victimized by illegal price gouging. California Governor Gavin Newsom recently…

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Scam Alert: Identity Theft Involving Fraudulent Unemployment Claims

 Scam Alert: Identity Theft Involving Fraudulent Unemployment Claims 1024 738 Consumer & Business

The Los Angeles County Department of Consumer and Business Affairs is advising residents and business owners to watch out for possible identity theft involving fraudulent…

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Top Holiday Job Scams to Avoid this Season

 Top Holiday Job Scams to Avoid this Season 1024 745 Consumer & Business

With the holiday season comes lots of shopping and lots of hiring. Before you accept that side gig to make extra cash for gifts, watch…

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Top Holiday Scams to Avoid

 Top Holiday Scams to Avoid 1024 486 Consumer & Business

The holiday season brings cheer and charity. But before you make a purchase or donation, beware of the following scams. Utility Scams – Watch out…

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Watch Out for These Spooky Scams!

 Watch Out for These Spooky Scams! 1000 576 Consumer & Business

This Halloween figures to be filled with celebration as LA County continues to open up. However, the holiday should come with a bit of caution…

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Scam Alert: Fake Los Angeles County Checks

 Scam Alert: Fake Los Angeles County Checks 1024 763 Consumer & Business

Los Angeles County (County) warns consumers to be on the lookout for a scam involving counterfeit checks that appear to be from the County. Recently,…

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Avoiding COVID-19 Vaccine Scams

 Avoiding COVID-19 Vaccine Scams 1015 507 Consumer & Business

UPDATED: Oct. 25, 2021 Now that the COVID-19 vaccine is available for residents of Los Angeles County, scammers are targeting local residents with new, vaccine-related…

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