Consumer Protection Project Pennsylvania has laws that seek to protect consumers from
unscrupulous or illegal businesses or scammers. List some common scams or tricks used to cheat or take advantage of people. What groups of consumers are frequently targeted by unscrupulous businesses or cheats?
Select one of the situations outlined in these Bureau of Consumer Protection booklets or How to Avoid Scams and Fraud.
Internet Scams information - Separating a scam from a legitimate offer can be a difficult task.
Bonus: What parts of the U. S. Constitution and Pennsylvania Constitution govern consumer protection issues?
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