Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown has issued a consumer alert urging consumers to remain vigilant against increasingly sophisticated holiday shopping scams. “Every year, scammers target Marylanders looking for the perfect gift for their loved ones,” said Attorney General Brown. “This shopping season, verify the retailer you’re buying from and secure your payment information. Don’t let a too-good-to-be-true deal cost more than you bargained for.”

 

The press release covered tips on protecting yourself this holiday season, Giving Tuesday and charitable donations, and how Maryland’s Consumer Protection Division (CPD) helps. The CPD mediates consumer complaints, investigates fraud and deceptive practices, and takes legal action against businesses that violate Maryland’s Consumer Protection Act – last year, the CPD helped recover millions of dollars for Maryland consumers. In addition, CPD issues consumer alerts and publications. Visit at https://oag.maryland.gov/resources-info/Pages/publications-and-fact-sheets.aspx for a full list of these publications – consumers are encouraged to download, reproduce, and share them.  

 

Consumers who believe they’ve been victims of fraud can file complaints by calling the Consumer Protection Division hotline at (410) 528-8662 or toll-free at (888) 743-0023. 

 

For the latest information on scams, fraud, and consumer news, follow the Office of Attorney General on Facebook, Instagram, or X, and subscribe to receive consumer alerts. 

 

This alert was issued to all consumers who have subscribed to receive consumer information from our office. Consumers can subscribe to this list here: https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MDAG/subscriber/new.

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