Protect Victims of Fraud
Help raise awareness about the need for a Consumer Fraud Restitution Fund! Writing a letter to the editor can significantly amplify awareness and drive public support for this crucial issue. By sharing your perspective, you can influence community opinion and encourage policymakers to prioritize the fund, ensuring victims receive the restitution they deserve.
A letter from scratch takes more time and thought, but that additional effort speaks volumes to your lawmakers. Here are some key points you are welcome to weave into your letter:
• A fast-growing fraud industry steals billions of dollars from U.S. consumers every year, with older adults often being hit the hardest.
• Fraud often goes unreported and frequently goes uninvestigated even when reported. This means millions of victims lose billions of dollars each year, with little chance of getting their money back or seeing the criminals caught.
• A consumer fraud restitution fund would motivate the Attorney General to sue scammers, help victims recover their money, and encourage scam victims to report crimes.
• Lawmakers must pass a Consumer Fraud Restitution Fund to help Minnesotans recover financially if they’ve been scammed.
Write a custom letter to the Minnesota Star Tribune with your own subject line and urge readers to contact their lawmakers.
