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South Dakota Fraud Prevention

Local events, news and resources to fight fraud.

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Keep Cheer Bright By Dodging Holiday Scams

Festive seasons attract bad actors. Learn safer shopping habits and quick checks that keep joy front and center.

Building A More Livable South Dakota

From housing to transit, statewide efforts focus on building places where people of every age can live well.

Fake Check Scams: What To Know

Bogus payments bounce after you’ve sent goods or money. Learn the red flags and the steps that stop losses.

Fraud Hits Record Levels Nationwide

Losses surge as schemes grow bolder. Learn what’s driving the spike and the habits that keep money and identity secure.

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Have You Seen a Scam?

Report it with the AARP Scam Tracking Map and get Watchdog Alerts for tips to avoid them.

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Call Our Fraud Watch Network Helpline: 877-908-3360

Our toll-free service is available Monday through Friday, 8 am to 8 pm.

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Fraud Prevention Resources

Fraud Watch Network

AARP Fraud Watch Network™ is a free resource for all. With AARP as your partner, you’ll learn how to proactively spot scams, get guidance from our fraud specialists if you’ve been targeted, and feel more secure knowing that we advocate at the federal, state, and local levels to protect consumers and enforce the law.

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Scam-Tracking Map

Warn your neighbors of an attempted scam and see what cons have been reported nearby.

Watchdog Alerts

Stay informed on the latest scams with a free biweekly newsletter and text.

The Perfect Scam Podcast

The Perfect Scam is AARP’s weekly podcast profiling America’s biggest scams. Listen to experts tell stories from fraud victims and their families.

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Oporation Protect Veterans

Veterans, active-duty service members and their families are nearly 40% more likely than civilians to lose money to scams and fraud. Arm yourself through the AARP Fraud Watch Network, Operation Protect Veterans and other resources.