(Last Updated On: July 4, 2023)

SCARS Petition: FTC – Victims Predators

Please Help All Scam Victims!

Please help all scam victims by petitioning the United States Federal Trade Commission to end predatory practices by companies preying on scam victims by claiming they can trace & recover scam victims’ money or perform investigations to track down and arrest scammers/fraudsters/criminals.

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These companies – we believe – are deceiving crime victims into spending more money on services that never deliver what the victims expect them to.

We believe these misleading consumers and that the FTC has the authority to regulate them, and to help victims recover money sent to them.

You can help to make a difference for all victims worldwide by filling in your information on this petition. It will automatically be sent to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission via email with your request. If hundreds or thousands of victims respond to this petition, the FTC will listen and we hope will take action. This is how it is done to get regulators to take action against those preying on consumers using deceptive trade practices.

SCARS will send a separate email to the FTC for each petition filled in. In addition, SCARS will send the complete list of all persons filling in the petition to the FTC in bulk so they cannot ignore or overlook anything!

Please help! Sign this petition now!

Vianey Gonzalez, Debby Montgomery Johnson, Tim McGuinness Ph.D. and the rest of the Board of Directors,
Society of Citizens Against Relationship Scams Inc.

Please Submit This Petition To The FTC

FTC Victim Predators

Attn: Federal Trade Commission

There is a WAR going on against scam victims!

A war where for-profit companies are exploiting and deceiving the victims of scams and financial fraud!

WE ASK THE FTC TO STOP EXPLOITATION OF SCAM VICTIMS NOW!

This war is being led by predatory for-profit companies that want more of these desperate and panicked crime victims' money or to lead them away from legitimate support!

These companies claim they can get the victim's money back or that they will investigate the crime and have the criminals arrested - neither they can do. The victim usually receives a document or two and nothing more for the thousands of dollars they pay in advance for these services. Services that within the United States these companies must be licensed as private investigators to even provide any crime investigations or money recovery services, yet almost all of these companies lack state licenses.

There are cryptocurrency tracing companies that use automated tools to generate a paper report and charging scam victims thousands of dollars in advance for this service! These victims are desperate for help and looking for answers, and instead of sending them to real victims' assistance providers they are pulling them in and costing them more of the precious little money they have left! What the scammers do is bad enough, but these real companies are exploiting victims one more time!

We call on the Federal Trade Commission to begin exploring this exploitation of crime victims - specifically scam or financial fraud victims by private investigating, money recovery, and other for-profit companies service companies!

We believe that this falls under the Commission's authority to regulate deceptive trade practices.

This is despicable and deceptive trade practice that should be banned in the United States without proper state licensing and full and complete disclosure about what they can and cannot do. We also believe the companies and their principals operating without proper legal licenses now should be banned from these activities permanently.

Please do what YOU can to bring this to the attention of the FTC Chair and staff!

Thank you!

Vianey Goes and Tim McGuinness, Ph.D., Directors,
Society of Citizens Against Relationship Scams Inc.
A crime victims' assistance & crime prevention nonprofit supporting scam victims worldwide for free!
contact@againstscams.org

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Why Should Scam Victims Support This Petition?

Scam victims should support petitions to stop unlawful money recovery and investigation service companies for several important reasons:

  1. Protection of Vulnerable Individuals: Scam victims are often in vulnerable and distressed situations. Unlawful money recovery and investigation service companies take advantage of this vulnerability by offering false promises of recovering lost funds or pursuing justice. By supporting petitions to halt such companies, scam victims can take action to help protect themselves and others from further exploitation and financial harm.
  2. Prevention of Additional Financial Loss: Unlawful money recovery and investigation service companies typically charge exorbitant fees upfront or request personal and financial information, which can lead to additional financial loss. By rallying against these companies, scam victims can help prevent others from falling into the same trap and experiencing further financial devastation.
  3. Holding Fraudulent Entities Accountable: Supporting petitions against unlawful money recovery and investigation service companies sends a message that fraudulent entities will not go unnoticed or unchallenged. It promotes accountability and discourages dishonest practices, helping to safeguard the interests of scam victims and potential victims in the future.
  4. Promoting Legitimate Support Channels: By advocating against unlawful service providers, scam victims can raise awareness about legitimate resources and support channels available to them, such as SCARS. This can direct victims to trustworthy organizations, such as consumer protection agencies, law enforcement, or victim support groups, which are better equipped to provide genuine assistance and guidance.
  5. Strengthening Consumer Protection Laws: Petitions against unlawful money recovery and investigation service companies can contribute to the strengthening of consumer protection laws and regulations. Increased awareness and public support for stricter oversight and regulation of such entities can lead to more robust legal frameworks, providing better protection for scam victims and deterring fraudulent practices.
  6. Raising Awareness: By supporting petitions of this kind, scam victims help raise awareness among the general public about the tactics used by unlawful money recovery and investigation service companies. This increased awareness can educate potential victims, empowering them to recognize and avoid falling prey to similar scams. It also fosters a collective effort to combat fraudulent deceptive practices and protect vulnerable individuals.
  7. Collaboration and Networking: Supporting petitions can facilitate connections among scam victims and organizations dedicated to fighting scams. By joining forces, victims can share experiences, advice, and resources, ultimately creating a stronger collective voice against unlawful practices. Collaboration enhances the capacity to effect change and seek justice, while also providing a supportive network for those affected by scams.

Scam victims should support this petition to stop unlawful money recovery and investigation service companies to protect themselves and others, prevent further financial loss, hold fraudulent or deceptive entities accountable, promote legitimate support channels, strengthen consumer protection regulations, and raise awareness. Together, scam victims can contribute to a safer and more just environment, while actively working towards preventing scams and supporting those impacted by them.

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  • Diagnosis: The diagnosis of mental, emotional, or brain disorders and related behaviors.
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