What are the most common scams in Illinois?

The most common scams in Illinois are: Utility shutoff scams, Lottery fraud, Data breach follow-up scams, Charity fraud, Auto sales scams. Illinois utility customers are frequently targeted by fake 'shutoff notice' scams.

How do I report a scam in Illinois?

Report scams in Illinois to the Illinois AG Office at https://www.illinoisattorneygeneral.gov/consumers/filecomplaint.html. You can also file a federal report with the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov or report cybercrime to the FBI at ic3.gov.

How do I protect myself from scams in Illinois?

To protect yourself from scams in Illinois: never pay upfront fees to claim a prize or lottery, verify unexpected calls by hanging up and calling the official number, freeze your credit at all three bureaus, and remember that gift cards are never a legitimate payment method for any government agency or business.

Scams in Illinois

Illinois utility customers are frequently targeted by fake 'shutoff notice' scams. This guide covers the top scams reported by Illinois residents, how each one works, and what to do if you are targeted.

Most reported scams in Illinois

Utility shutoff scams
Lottery fraud
Data breach follow-up scams
Charity fraud
Auto sales scams

Where to report a scam in Illinois

If you have been targeted by a scam in Illinois, file a complaint with the Illinois AG Office at https://www.illinoisattorneygeneral.gov/consumers/filecomplaint.html. You can also report federal-level fraud to the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov and the FBI's IC3 at ic3.gov.

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