Lies People Tell

Real lies from real lives.
http://www.liespeopletell.com

Association of Certified Fraud Examiners

International 25,000-member professional organization dedicated to fighting fraud and white-collar crime.
http://www.cfenet.com

Financial Scandals

Guide and links to information on major financial scandals, bank frauds, money laundering, corruption, scams, and organized crime.
http://www.ex.ac.uk/~RDavies/arian/scandals/

Better Business Bureau

Better Business Bureaus can alert you to complaints against companies in your area.
http://www.bbb.org/

Taxpayers Against Fraud

Nonprofit organization dedicated to preventing fraud against the U.S. government.
http://www.taf.org/taf/

Scam Alerts and Information

National Security Institute page with links to descriptions of various scams: investment, job, automotive, charity, work at home, and business.
http://nsi.org/tips/scams.html

BBB kNOw Fraud Video

Better Business Bureau's online video, narrated by Lou Gosset, Jr., shows examples of common telemarketing and mail frauds. Windows Media Player needed (free download available).
http://www.bbbvideo.com/fraud.html

Scams 101

Amusing site providing information on all types of scams.
http://www.friendsinbusiness.com/scams/

Russian Dating Agencies Black List

Describes the mail order bride scam industry with emphasis on Russia, Ukraine, Belarus and other countries of the former Soviet Union; anti-scam advice, list of fake agencies.
http://www.womenrussia.com/blacklist.htm

A Bell Tolls

How to avoid pre-paid phone card scams. Learn the tricks, questions to ask, and what to do to avoid being the victim of a prepaid calling card scam.
http://abtolls.com/information/avoidprepaidscams.html

Fed Up With Bally Total Fitness Heath Clubs

Dissatisfied members share experiences with Bally Total Fitness. Post complaints, locate information about class action lawsuits. Forum for posting messages. (Contains some vulgar language)
http://www.mwns.com

HealthCentral Internet Hoax Watch

News, commentary, and links on internet hoaxes. (Not just medical hoaxes.)
http://www.healthcentral.com/centers/onecenter.cfm?center=Internet_Hoax_Watch

Catch a Conman

Relates experience with a purported "healer" known as Rick Kendrick. Visitors encouraged to submit information about other known criminals/con artists.
http://www.catchaconman.com

Scam Shield

Interactive community dedicated to fighting consumer fraud. Features 'report a scam' section, fraud resources and email alert service.
http://www.scamshield.com

Quatloos

Seeks to educate about various types of scams and frauds, how these deals really work, and how to manage the risks.
http://www.quatloos.com/

Insurance Frauds Information

Information on how to avoid becoming a victim of insurance fraud provided by the New York State Insurance Department.
http://www.ins.state.ny.us/fd5victc.htm

Am I A Fraud Victim?

Information provided by Trans Union to determine if you are a victim of credit fraud.
http://www.transunion.com/Personal/FraudInformation.asp

Avoid Becoming a Victim of Credit Card Fraud

Information for merchants who operate e-commerce sites on recognizing signs of fraud and what to do if you become a victim.
http://www.merchandisebrokers.com/fraudart.html

Life Advice: Being a Victim of Fraud

Information provided by Met Life on fraud, identity theft and insurance fraud.
http://www.metlife.com/Lifeadvice/Money/Docs/fraud3.html

WorldWideWhistleblowers

Speak out about unethical business practices, corruption, and vital social issues without reprisal. News, links, case studies, and updates.
http://www.worldwidewhistleblowers.com

Marlock's Fraudtech Institute of Cons, Frauds and Other Lies

Beating the con artists of our society at their own game isn't difficult once you know how the games are played. This public service site provides all who visit with the knowledge needed to survive in a world of deception.
http://fraudtech.bizland.com/

Fraud-Aid - First aid for fraud victims

Free online fraud victim assistance and education.
http://www.fraudaid.com/

Cagey Consumer

Provides information, news, alerts and resources to assist consumers in identifying scams and bad deals.
http://cageyconsumer.com/

Counterfeiting

Article about the spread of counterfeit cash, and the art of J.S.G. Boggs.
http://www.sniggle.net/counterfeit.php

Scams

Highlights of historical scams, frauds, bubbles, pyramids, cons and humbugs.
http://www.sniggle.net/scams.php

Seniors Beware--Don't Become a Victim of Fraud

The Ohio State University Extension provides information on how to identify a fraud.
http://ohioline.osu.edu/ss-fact/0121.html

NetScams

Seeks to provide current information related to the internet with links to sites covering personal safety on the Internet, protecting children, computer security on the Internet, spam, privacy, virus protection, and a forum to share concerns and informa
http://www.netscams.com/

Scamwatch

Comprehensive site providing information on several types of scams, schemes and fraud. Site information is provided by various Australian consumer protection agencies but most of the information is universal.
http://www.scamwatch.gov.au/content/scams/scams.asp

Professionals Against Confidence Crime

Site information provided by a network of law enforcement and business professionals involved in the investigation and prevention of frauds and confidence crimes. Free fraud prevention programs, articles and message forum available.
http://www.pac-c.org

American Alcohol Analyzers Fraud

Reports on a fraudulent "company" that sells coin operated breathalyzer vending machines.
http://www.aaanalyzersfraud.4t.com/

American Petroleum Promotions Fraud

Resources for independent sales representatives left out in the cold.
http://www.angelfire.com/biz7/appgasfraud/index.html

Literary Contest Cautions

Information on fraudulent writing contests with tips on how to check the legitimacy of a contest. Information about specific contests to avoid.
http://windpub.com/literary.scams/

Crimes of Persuasion

Information on the workings and scope of telemarketing and investment fraud and consumer scams.
http://www.crimes-of-persuasion.com/