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Attorney General Ashley Moody is recognizing Military Consumer Protection Month by highlighting resources available to help service members avoid scams.
Military Consumer Protection Month is a public awareness campaign led by the Federal Trade Commission. More than 1.5 million veterans, 100,000 service members and their families live in Florida.
Moody advised they check out the new “Military Consumer Protection Resource Guide” published by her office that includes information on the most common scams targeting military families, and existing laws that provide protections for service members.
Military members and families are also encouraged to read “Scams at a Glance: Protect our Patriots,” a quick-reference guide with tips on avoiding fraudulent schemes. Additionally, Moody’s office houses a Military and Veterans Assistance Program within its Consumer Protection Division that aids service members dealing with fraud and related issues.
“This Military Consumer Protection Month, we are highlighting some of our resources designed to help protect those brave Americans who sacrifice so much in service to our nation. Sadly, some scammers attempt to exploit the military through scams designed to prey on service members, veterans and their families. Anyone who encounters one of these scams should contact my office immediately,” Moody said.
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