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MAJOR
CREDIT CARD COMPANIES
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| The Sheriff's
Financial Crimes Unit is responsible for investigations in
its nine contract cities and the unincorporated county areas.
Criminal investigations include Credit Card offenses, Counterfeit
and "Bad" Checks, Embezzlement, False Impersonation, Fraud,
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| IDENTITY
THEFT - 530.5 PC |
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Identity
theft is the fastest growing crime in the United
States and its effects are felt worldwide. For
assistance and fraud protection, the Federal Trade
Commission (FTC) is mandated to monitor and record
all complaints in the United States. Reporting
forms and information are available at their website:
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WARNINGS
AND SCAMS
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Postal Inspectors Warn:
Don't get
burned by charity scams claiming to assist fire victims.
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